Za'atar Manakeesh Recipe

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Za'atar Manakeesh Recipe

Manakeesh is a classic Middle Eastern flatbread recipe typically served for breakfast. We took the simple dough recipe and made it super easy to create!

Prep Time10

Cook Time18

Total Time28

Course: Breakfast, lunch

Cuisine: middle eastern

Keyword: breakfast, lunch, manakeesh, middle eastern, za'atar

Servings: servings

Ingredients

24 dinner rolls frozen
⅓ cup za’atar seasoning
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Brush a 13x18 baking sheet with olive oil. Set aside.
Place the frozen dinner rolls 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with saran wrap, and place in a warm, dry place for 3-4 hours or until the rolls have doubled in size.
24 dinner rolls
In the meantime, combine the za’atar seasoning and olive oil in a small bowl, whisking until smooth.
⅓ cup za’atar seasoning, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Using fingers, gently pat down the dinner rolls just until they are spread out. Be careful not to flatten them too much!
Brush 1 tablespoon of the za’atar mixture on top of each roll, covering the surface completely.
Place the dough on the greased baking sheet 2 inches apart.
Bake 15-18 minutes or until the edges are beginning to turn golden brown.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

Manakeesh Muffins:

Ingredients:

12 Rhodes frozen dinner rolls
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup zaatar seasoning

Instructions:

Prepare Rolls: Place a frozen dinner roll in each section of a muffin tray.
Rise: Cover with a cloth and let the rolls rise in a warm spot until they double in size, about 3-4 hours.
Press & Season: Once risen, gently press down on each roll. Add 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and 2 teaspoons of zaatar on top of each roll.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F Bake the rolls for 14-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

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