Ingredients
For the dough
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ to 1 cup warm water
For the topping
- 1 ½ cups shredded Baladna Mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, optional
How it's made!
- Prepare the dough
- In a bowl, mix warm water with yeast and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until activated.
- In another bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Shape the flatbread
- Preheat oven to 200°C.
- Divide the dough into two portions.
- Roll each portion into an oval or round flat shape.
- Transfer to a lined baking tray.
- Add the cheese
- Brush the surface lightly with olive oil.
- Sprinkle Baladna Mozzarella evenly over the dough.
- Season with oregano and black pepper.
- Bake
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Slice and serve warm as a delicious Side Iftar option.
- Tips
- Baladna Mozzarella provides excellent melt and a soft, stretchy texture.
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of chili flakes before baking.
- Serve with yogurt dip or fresh salad for a balanced platter.
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