The Secret to Homemade Manakeesh | Za'atar Flatbread | مناقيش زعتر

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

za'atar

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: mixed dried herbs

Oregano provides a similar flavor profile.

cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Feta is lower in fat and adds a tangy flavor.

ground meat

🥗Healthier: chopped mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Mushrooms add umami while beans are cost-effective and nutritious.

Combine flour, salt, yeast, and olive oil in a bowl.

Add powdered milk and warm water, mixing until a dough forms.

If the dough is too sticky, add more flour as needed.

Knead the dough until smooth, then cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel.

Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 2 hours until doubled in size.

Roll out the dough to desired thickness, making divots with fingers to prevent puffing.

Mix za'atar with olive oil for topping.

Add cheese and parsley on top of the rolled dough.

Preheat the oven to 550°F (288°C).

Bake for 4.5 to 6 minutes, depending on thickness and oven type.

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