Instructions
- Kneading the DoughIn a deep bowl, mix the flour with yeast, sugar, and salt, then gradually add the olive oil and warm water and knead for 8 minutes until a smooth, pliable dough forms. · 8 min
- Proofing the DoughBrush the dough with a little olive oil, cover it, and let it rest in a warm place to rise and double in size for about 30 minutes. · 30 min
- Preparing the Cheese FillingIn a bowl, thoroughly mix the Akkawi cheese with the mozzarella cheese, nigella seeds, and chopped parsley.
- Rolling and Shaping the FlatbreadsPreheat the oven to its highest temperature (220-250°C) with the rack placed at the bottom, then divide the dough into 4 equal balls and roll each ball out on a floured surface to about half a centimeter in thickness.
- Baking and ServingEvenly spread the cheese mixture over the dough rounds, leaving a slight border around the edges, then bake on a hot baking sheet for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese melts and the edges and bottoms turn golden brown. · 10 min
Nutrition / serving
430
cal
19
protein g
52
carbs g
16
fat g
Chef's tips
Be sure to soak the Akkawi cheese in cold water for several hours and drain it thoroughly to remove excess salt, and bake the manakish on a very hot baking sheet to achieve a soft interior and a crisp bottom.