Manaakish (مناقيش)
Manaakish Recipe Ingredients For the Dough: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup warm water ½ cup warm milk 1 tablespoon active dry yeast (or ¾ tablespoon instant dry yeast) 1 teaspoon sugar For the Toppings: Zaatar Topping: Zaatar spice blend Olive oil (enough to create a smooth, spreadable paste) Cheese Topping: Akawi cheese (soak in water for a few hours to reduce saltiness, then drain) Alternative blends: Cream cheese + mozzarella Nabulsi cheese + mozzarella Feta cheese + mozzarella Nigella seeds (optional, for added flavor) Instructions 1. Prepare the Dough: In a small bowl, proof the yeast: Mix warm water, warm milk, and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the proofed yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic (about 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 mi...
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