Salata Arabia Flatbread / Pastry
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Breads and Pastries

Salata Arabia Flatbread / Pastry

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Flaky, all-butter golden pastry filled with a delicately spiced sweet filling, baked until crisp and aromatic.

Ingredients

  • • 3 cups plain flour
  • • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 1 cup warm water
  • • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • • 3 medium tomatoes, finely diced and drained
  • • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Knead the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm water, and 2 tbsp of the oil into a soft dough; prove 1 hour until doubled.

2
Phase 2

Combine the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, remaining 2 tbsp oil, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.

3
Phase 3

Divide the dough into balls and flatten each into a thin 12 cm round on an oiled tray.

4
Phase 4

Spread the tomato mixture over each round, leaving a small border.

5
Phase 5

Bake at 220C for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and the topping is bubbling.

6
Phase 6

Drizzle with olive oil and serve warm.