Lebanese Za’atar Bread

Lebanese Za’atar Bread is a fragrant and flavorful flatbread that highlights the bold, herbal taste of za’atar, a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend. This beloved bread is often enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or as part of a larger meal. With its soft dough and aromatic topping, it offers a simple yet satisfying combination of textures and flavors.

The bread itself is typically made from a basic dough of flour, water, yeast, olive oil, and salt. Once mixed and allowed to rise, the dough becomes soft and elastic, creating a light and tender base. The dough is then shaped into flat rounds, making it ideal for baking quickly while maintaining a slightly crisp exterior and a soft interior.

The highlight of this dish is the za’atar topping. Za’atar is a blend of dried herbs such as thyme and oregano, mixed with sesame seeds, sumac, and salt. When combined with olive oil, it forms a rich, aromatic paste that is spread over the dough before baking. As the bread cooks, the topping becomes fragrant and slightly toasted, releasing a warm herbal aroma that fills the kitchen.

Lebanese Za’atar Bread is often baked in a hot oven or traditional stone oven, which gives the bread a lightly crisp edge while keeping the center soft and fluffy. The olive oil helps the topping meld into the dough, creating a flavorful surface that is both savory and slightly tangy from the sumac.

This bread is incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in many ways. It is often served with fresh vegetables, olives, yogurt, or labneh for a simple and satisfying meal. It also pairs well with cheese, grilled meats, or salads. Many people enjoy it warm, folded like a wrap, or cut into pieces for dipping.

With its soft texture, fragrant herbs, and rich olive oil flavor, Lebanese Za’atar Bread is a comforting and traditional dish that captures the essence of Middle Eastern baking. It is simple to prepare yet full of character, making it a timeless favorite for gatherings and everyday meals.

Lebanese Za’atar Bread

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Lebanese Za’atar Bread is a delicious and fragrant flatbread topped with a mixture of za’atar spices and olive oil. It’s perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish.

Servings 1 people

Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 32 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 3/4 cup warm water about 110°F
• 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for greasing
• 1/4 cup za’atar prepared or homemade

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
• Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 4 portions.
• Roll each portion into a circle about 1/4-inch thick. Place on a baking sheet.
• Mix the za’atar with olive oil to form a paste and spread evenly over each rolled dough.
• Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
• Remove from oven and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Calories: 150kcal

Meal Type: Side Dish

Cuisine: Middle Eastern Cuisine

Keyword: Flatbread, Lebanese Cuisine, Za’atar

Cooking Method: Baked

Diet: Pescatarian

Time: 30-45 Min

Level: Easy

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