Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Breads and Pastries
Manakish
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 4 cups plain flour
- • 2 tsp instant yeast
- • 1 tbsp sugar
- • 1 1/2 tsp salt
- • 1 1/4 cups warm water
- • 1/3 cup olive oil, plus extra for brushing
- • 1/2 cup za'atar
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Knead the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm water, and 3 tbsp of the oil into a soft dough; prove 1 hour.
2
Phase 2
Divide into 10 balls; rest 10 minutes, then flatten into 15 cm rounds on oiled trays.
3
Phase 3
Stir the za'atar into the remaining oil and spread over each round, leaving a thin rim.
4
Phase 4
Bake at 220C for 8-10 minutes until puffed and golden at the edges.
5
Phase 5
Brush the rims with olive oil and serve warm.