Za'atar Manakish

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup warm water
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup za'atar
• 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Method

1. Mix the flour, yeast, sugar and salt, add the warm water and 3 tbsp oil and knead for 8 minutes until smooth.
2. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
3. Heat the oven to 475°F with a baking steel or heavy sheet pan inside. Stir the za'atar into the extra-virgin olive oil.
4. Divide the dough into 8 balls, rest 10 minutes, then press each into a 6-inch round and dimple it with your fingertips.
5. Spread each with about 1 tbsp za'atar oil, leaving a thin rim, and bake until the edges are golden, 6 to 8 minutes.
6. Serve warm with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers and fresh mint.