Authentic Lebanese Za’atar Bread – Aromatic Herb Flatbread
Lebanese Za’atar Bread is a soft flatbread topped with olive oil and herbs. The bread is baked until golden and aromatic. It is simple to prepare with basic ingredients. The za’atar topping gives a unique flavor. This bread is perfect for breakfast or snacks. Lebanese Za’atar Bread is delicious and comforting.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons za’atar spice mix
Instructions
- Mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast in a bowl.
- Add warm water and olive oil.
- Knead into soft dough.
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- Divide dough into small balls.
- Roll into flat circles.
- Mix olive oil and za’atar.
- Spread topping on dough.
- Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 12–15 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh yeast if possible.
- Warm water helps rising.
- Do not over-knead.
- Good olive oil improves taste.
- Thin dough cooks better.
- Bake in hot oven.
- Serve fresh.
- Store airtight.