Aromatic Lebanese Zaatar Flatbread with Sumac Dust

Name: Aromatic Lebanese Zaatar Flatbread with Sumac Dust
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: All-purpose flour; Sugar; Salt; Olive oil; Warm water; Dried thyme; Toasted sesame seeds; Ground sumac; Salt; Olive oil; Ground sumac; Pine nuts (optional)

A Flavorful Middle Eastern Delight

Enjoy the exquisite taste of Lebanon with this aromatic Zaatar flatbread, accentuated by a hint of tangy sumac.

1 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dough

All-purpose flour

2 cups

Sugar

1 teaspoon

Salt

1 teaspoon

Olive oil

1 tablespoon

Warm water

1 cup

For the Zaatar Mix

Dried thyme

3 tablespoons

Toasted sesame seeds

2 tablespoons

Ground sumac

2 tablespoons

Salt

1 teaspoon

Olive oil

1/3 cup

For the Topping

Ground sumac

1 tablespoon

Pine nuts (optional)

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Combine dry ingredients

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.

Add liquids

Make a well in the center and add olive oil and warm water.

Ensure the water is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.

Knead the dough

Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes on a floured surface until smooth.

Let the dough rest for 30 minutes to an hour for better elasticity.

Preparing the Zaatar Mix

Combine spices and seeds

In a small bowl, mix the dried thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt.

Form a paste

Slowly add olive oil, mixing to form a paste.

Set aside

Set aside for topping the flatbreads.

Cooking Process

Roll the dough

Divide dough into six equal portions and roll each into a thin circle.

Apply Zaatar mix

Spread a generous amount of Zaatar mix over each rolled dough.

Bake flatbreads

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake on a preheated stone or baking sheet for 7-10 minutes until golden.

Plating & Serving