Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAmmooraSfiha Mddalal Recipe

Sfiha Mddalal Recipe

Inspired by Ammoora
Time1h 30m
Serves4

flat bread, seasoned minced beef, parsley, red & green pepper, Turkish chili paste

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Ingredients

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Flat Bread

Method

Flat Bread Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a bowl, mix warm water with active dry yeast and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

  2. 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. 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. 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

  1. 5

    Sauté Onion

    In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent.

  2. 6

    Cook Beef

    Add the minced beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.

  3. 7

    Combine Filling

    Stir in chopped parsley, red and green bell peppers, Turkish chili paste, black pepper, and salt. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Assembly and Cooking

  1. 8

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

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