Description
Spicy Arabic chickpea za’atar flatbread brings Mediterranean flavors dancing across your palate. Crisp herbal notes and warm spices create a simple yet elegant meal perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup greek yogurt or vegan alternative
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup sliced tomatoes
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, mint)
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 2 wedges lemon for serving
- Sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour with aromatic herbs and spices including salt, freshly minced garlic, finely chopped parsley, cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, za’atar blend, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and of olive oil.
- Gradually whisk in of water, ensuring the batter becomes completely smooth and free of lumps. Let the mixture rest and hydrate for 30 to 60 minutes at room temperature.
- Position the oven rack in the center and activate the broiler. Place a 10-inch (25-centimeter) cast-iron skillet inside to heat for approximately 5 minutes, creating an intensely hot cooking surface.
- Remove the scorching skillet using heat-resistant mitts and swirl of olive oil to evenly coat the bottom, preventing potential sticking.
- Pour half of the prepared batter into the hot skillet, tilting gently to distribute the mixture uniformly across the surface.
- Slide the skillet under the broiler and cook for 5 to 15 minutes, watching carefully until the edges transform into a crispy, golden-brown texture.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter using another preheated skillet to create a second flatbread.
- After cooking, transfer the flatbreads to a serving platter and enhance with a generous drizzle of olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by your preferred dips or side dishes to complete the culinary experience.
Notes
- Whisk the batter thoroughly to eliminate any lumps, ensuring a smooth, silky texture that will create perfectly crisp edges.
- Resting the mixture allows chickpea flour to hydrate completely, developing deeper flavors and improving overall flatbread consistency.
- Heating the cast-iron skillet beforehand guarantees an incredible golden-brown crust that crackles when you bite into it.
- Broiling creates a restaurant-quality finish, transforming simple ingredients into a stunning, crispy Mediterranean-inspired dish.
- Experiment with additional toppings like crumbled feta, chopped herbs, or roasted vegetables to personalize your flatbread experience.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg