Description
Homemade arabic chickpea zaatar flatbread brings Middle Eastern flavors to your kitchen with crisp edges and herbal spice notes. Delicate herbs and nutty chickpea flour create a simple yet authentic experience for hearty meals.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup greek yogurt or vegan alternative
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup sliced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, mint)
- 2 wedges lemon for serving
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Batter Preparation: Whisk chickpea flour with garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, za’atar, lemon juice, and olive oil until thoroughly combined, creating a smooth, aromatic mixture.
- Hydration Phase: Incorporate water gradually, ensuring a lump-free consistency, then allow the batter to rest and develop flavors at room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
- Skillet Preheating: Position oven rack centrally, activate broiler, and heat a cast-iron skillet for 5 minutes to achieve an intense cooking surface temperature.
- Initial Cooking Process: Coat the scorching skillet with olive oil, pour half the batter, and tilt to distribute evenly, creating a thin, uniform layer.
- Broiling Technique: Slide skillet under broiler, cooking 5-15 minutes until edges transform into crispy, golden-brown perfection, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
- Second Flatbread Execution: Repeat the entire cooking process with the remaining batter using another preheated skillet.
- Finishing Touch: Transfer flatbreads to serving platter, drizzle with additional olive oil, and sprinkle sea salt and black pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Serving Recommendation: Present immediately while warm, paired with complementary dips or side dishes to elevate the culinary experience.
Notes
- Flour Freshness: Use fresh chickpea flour for the most vibrant flavor and smooth texture.
- Batter Resting: Allow batter to rest and hydrate completely to develop deeper flavor profiles and eliminate potential lumps.
- Skillet Selection: Cast-iron skillet ensures even heat distribution and creates a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Temperature Control: Watch broiler carefully to prevent burning; cooking time varies based on individual oven performance.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg