Cheese and Za'atar Flatbread
A Lebanese bread of akkawi cheese, seasoned with za'atar and baked in the oven.
3 hr 12 min · Serves 8 · Medium
Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 180 min · Cook 12 min · 192 min total
- medium
- 1
In a large bowl mix the flour, salt, sugar and yeast. Pour in the 2 tablespoons oil and the water gradually. Mix to form a dough. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until the dough becomes elastic and smooth.
- 2
Place in a greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Leave to rise in a draft-free place for 1-1/2 hours until it doubles in size.
- 3
Cut the dough into 8 equal parts and shape into balls. Dust with a little flour and cover with a towel. Leave to rest for an additional 30 minutes.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Combine the za'atar and the 1/2 cup olive oil to make the topping. Shred the cheese and set aside.
- 5
On a floured surface, flatten each ball and with a rolling pin roll into a circle of approximately 6-8". Place on greased baking sheets and spread the za'atar/oil mixture on some of the circles leaving a 1/2" border. Do the same for the cheese flatbreads. Use your fingers to spread the fillings evenly. Pinch and crimp the edges to create a decorative border.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden, and serve hot.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.
