Lebanese & Syrian | Manakish | Falafel Wrap | Cheese Breads | Middle Eastern Breads at Basil Bakery

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: chopped walnuts

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and provide a similar crunch.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being a good substitute.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

flatbread dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought dough

Whole wheat adds fiber, while store-bought saves time.

Prepare the flatbread dough and let it rest until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Wash and chop the spinach, then set aside.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in the chopped spinach, cooking until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Season the spinach mixture with lemon juice, sumac, salt, and pepper, then remove from heat.

Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).

Roll out the rested dough into flat rounds on a floured surface.

Spread the spinach mixture evenly over each dough round, leaving a small border.

Sprinkle with pine nuts and sesame seeds for added texture.

Place the manakish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden and crispy, about 10-12 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Serve warm, optionally with yogurt and fresh herbs on the side.

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