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Levantine · Bread
Manakish Za’atar
مناقيش زعتر
Za’atar flatbreads
Wine & oil daysPrep 20 minCook 10 minServes 6Plus 1 hour rising
When to eat it. Made with oil. Keep it for days when wine and oil are allowed, like weekends in Lent and most of the Nativity Fast.
Ingredients
Method
- Knead the dough ingredients until smooth and let rise for an hour.
- Divide into 6 balls and roll each into a 15 cm (6 inch) round.
- Press dimples with your fingers and spread with the za’atar oil.
- Bake at 240°C (465°F) for 7 to 9 minutes. Serve with tomato, cucumber and olives.
Tip. Lebanon’s everyday breakfast, and fasting food as it is.
Fasting customs differ between churches and parishes. When in doubt, follow what your priest gives you. Not sure what today allows? Check the Orthodox calendar.
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