Lebanese
Man'oushe Za'atar
Lebanese flatbread with za'atar and olive oil
A soft Lebanese breakfast flatbread spread generously with za'atar and olive oil.
Bright, satisfying and built for real life.
This recipe brings together the generous flavours of Lebanese cooking in a format that works on a busy day. Read through the method before starting and adjust seasoning to your taste.
The recipe
Man'oushe Za'atar
Ingredients
Main
Method
- 1
Knead flour, yeast, water, salt and two tablespoons of oil until smooth, then rise until doubled.
- 2
Divide and roll into thin rounds with slightly raised edges.
- 3
Mix za'atar with extra virgin olive oil and spread over each round.
- 4
Bake at 240°C on a hot tray until the edges puff and the base is browned.
Man'oushe za'atar is a Lebanese bakery staple eaten especially at breakfast, with herb-spice blend spread over soft flatbread.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Freezing
Freeze only when the finished texture remains suitable; thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Reheating
Reheat gently until piping hot throughout, unless traditionally served cold or at room temperature.
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