Sfiha Mddalal Recipe
flat bread, seasoned minced beef, parsley, red & green pepper, Turkish chili paste
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Ingredients
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Flat Bread
Filling
Method
Flat Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a bowl, mix warm water with active dry yeast and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead and Rise
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 4
Shape Flatbread
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Roll out each ball into a flat circle.
Filling Preparation
Assembly and Cooking
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- 9
Fill and Shape
Place a spoonful of the filling onto each flat circle. Fold the edges up to form a boat shape, pinching to seal.
- 10
Bake
Place the sfiha on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.





