ZA'ATAR FLATBREAD

ZA'ATAR FLATBREAD

ZA'ATAR FLATBREAD

Ingredients (makes 6 flatbreads)

Dough

  • 2 cups plain (all-purpose) flour

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¾ cup plain yoghurt (Greek or natural)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Za’atar Topping

  • ¼ cup middle eastern za’atar spice blend

  • 3–4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Method

1. Make the dough

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.

  2. Add yoghurt and olive oil.

  3. Mix until a soft dough forms, then knead lightly for 1–2 minutes.

  4. Cover and rest for 10 minutes (important for softness).

2. Prepare the topping

  • Mix za’atar with olive oil to form a loose paste.

3. Shape the flatbreads

  1. Divide dough into 6 balls.

  2. Roll each into a thin round (about 12–15 cm).

  3. Press dimples into the surface.

Cooking options

Pan-cooked (best for speed)

  1. Heat a dry cast-iron or heavy pan over medium heat.

  2. Place flatbread in pan, za’atar side up.

  3. Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form underneath.

  4. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes more until lightly charred and cooked through.

Oven-baked

  1. Preheat oven to 220°C.

  2. Place flatbreads on a lined tray.

  3. Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.

To serve

  • Drizzle with olive oil

  • Serve warm with labneh, hummus, olive oil, cucumber, or tomatoes

  • Great for wraps or tearing and dipping

 

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