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Armenian Lavash Bread with Za'atar

Name: Armenian Lavash Bread with Za'atar
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Side Dish
Ingredients: All-purpose flour, 2 ½ cups; Salt, 1 teaspoon; Sugar, 1 tablespoon; Active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon; Warm water, 1 cup; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Za'atar, 3 tablespoons; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Egg, beaten, 1; Water, 1 tablespoon; Sesame seeds, 2 teaspoons; Sea salt flakes, 1 teaspoon

Soft and chewy Armenian lavash, seasoned with aromatic Za'atar.

4.4(406 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 5, 2025

Armenian Lavash Bread with Za'atar — Side Dish served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Za'atar Mix

For the Glaze

For the Topping

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 304 kcal
Protein: 7.2 g
Carbs: 43.5 g
Fat: 10.8 g
Fiber: 2.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1823 kcal
Protein: 43 g
Carbs: 261 g
Fat: 65 g
Fiber: 13 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
All-purpose flour 2 ½ cups	1140	33	240	2	10
Salt 1 teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Sugar 1 tablespoon	49	0	13	0	0
Active dry yeast 1 teaspoon	21	2	3	0	0
Warm water 1 cup	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	239	0	0	27	0
Za'atar 3 tablespoons	32	1	3	1	2
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	239	0	0	27	0
Egg, beaten 1	68	6	1	5	0
Water 1 tablespoon	0	0	0	0	0
Sesame seeds 2 teaspoons	35	1	1	3	1
Sea salt flakes 1 teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

1
Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl, mix warm water with sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2
Combine Ingredients
Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
3
Knead the Dough
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Resting and Rolling the Dough

1
First Rise
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
2
Divide the Dough
Punch down the dough and divide it into 6 equal parts.
3
Roll into Ovals
Roll each part into a thin oval shape about 10 inches long.
Tip: Ensure the surface is well-floured while rolling to prevent sticking. Pro Tip: Use a rolling pin for even thickness.

How to Make Armenian Lavash Bread with Za'atar

Total time: 2 h · Yields 6 servings

1
Preheat & Arrange
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) and transfer rolled dough to a baking sheet.
2
Glaze & Top
Brush the lavash with egg wash, sprinkle with Za'atar mix, sesame seeds, and sea salt.
3
Bake until Crisp
Bake for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the edges.