Levantine breakfast flatbreads topped with zaatar, sesame, sumac, olive oil, and a soft yeasted dough.
25 min prep 10 min cook 60 min rest
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Mix the warm water, yeast, and sugar, and let it foam for 8 minutes.
Add the flour, salt, and olive oil, and knead a soft dough.
Let the dough rise in a covered bowl for 50 minutes.
Mix the zaatar, sesame seeds, and olive oil into a spreadable paste.
Divide the dough into 6 balls and roll each one into a thin round.
Spread the zaatar mixture over the dough rounds.
Bake the manakish in a 230°C oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are browned.
Serve the warm breads with white cheese.
💡 Tip: Do not sprinkle zaatar dry over the dough; making it into a paste with olive oil keeps the spice attached without burning.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Place the warm manakish on a breakfast tray with tea, tomatoes, cucumbers, and optional white cheese.
~308
kcal calories
8
g protein
43
g carbs
12
g fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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