Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Mezze and Starters
Manakish Mezze Starter
Chef's Menu Description
Flaky, all-butter golden pastry filled with a delicately spiced sweet filling, baked until crisp and aromatic.
Ingredients
- • 500g plain flour
- • 2 tsp instant yeast
- • 300ml warm water
- • 2 tbsp olive oil
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 5 tbsp za'atar
- • 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for the topping
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Knead the flour, yeast, water, 2 tbsp oil, and salt for 8 minutes into a soft dough. Cover and rise in a warm spot for 1 hour.
2
Phase 2
Stir the za'atar with the 6 tbsp olive oil into a spreadable paste.
3
Phase 3
Divide into 8 balls, rest 15 minutes, then flatten each into a 12cm disc on an oiled tray.
4
Phase 4
Dimple the surface with your fingertips and spread a thin layer of the za'atar oil to the edges.
5
Phase 5
Bake at 220C for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are golden. Serve warm, cut into wedges.