Za’atar Flatbread (Manakish) | Easy Middle Eastern Bread

🥖 Za’atar Flatbread (Manakish)

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked Za’atar Flatbread — warm, golden, and fragrant with herbs. This traditional Middle Eastern bread, known as Manakish, is brushed with olive oil and topped with our Zaatar Spice Blend for an irresistibly aromatic finish. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or any time you want a taste of the Mediterranean.

🧾 Ingredients

• 2 cups plain flour (plus extra for dusting)
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for brushing)
• 2 tablespoons Zaatar Spice Blend

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
5. Punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each one into a circle about ¼ inch thick.
6. In a small bowl, mix olive oil with Zaatar Spice Blend to form a paste.
7. Brush the paste evenly over each dough circle.
8. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until golden and slightly crisp at the edges.

Chef’s Tip: For an extra-soft texture, brush your flatbread with olive oil immediately after baking and cover with a clean tea towel for 5 minutes.

🍴 Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with hummus, labneh, or baba ganoush.
• Top with sliced tomatoes, olives, or feta cheese for a quick snack.
• Use as a base for wraps or sandwiches.

This Za’atar Flatbread brings the comforting flavours of the Middle East straight to your kitchen — soft, fragrant, and utterly irresistible.

🌿 Why It Works

The combination of olive oil and our Zaatar Spice Blend gives this bread its signature tangy, nutty, and earthy flavour. The aroma alone will make your kitchen smell like a Middle Eastern bakery — warm, herby, and full of love.

🥄 Spice It Up Further

Try brushing the flatbread with a little garlic butter before adding the za’atar for a bold, savoury twist. You can also sprinkle with sesame seeds or chili flakes for extra texture.

Shop our Zaatar Spice Blend to recreate this authentic flavour at home.

🌱 Product Range Promise

This product range is Nut Free, Gluten Free, Wheat Free, Vegetarian and Vegan Friendly, and proudly Plant-Based.

All of our spice blends are handcrafted in-store using only the finest ingredients and our signature Nature Kitchen recipes — ensuring freshness, quality, and authentic flavour in every blend.

💬 Closing Thoughts

Simple, aromatic, and endlessly versatile — Za’atar Flatbread is more than just bread. It’s a moment of comfort, a taste of tradition, and the perfect way to showcase the incredible flavours of our Zaatar Spice Blend.