Makanik Mini Sandwich Recipe
Housemade pita, lamb sausage, whipped garlic sauce, tomatoes, pomegranate molasses.
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Ingredients
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Pita Bread
Lamb Sausage
Whipped Garlic Sauce
Toppings
Method
Pita Bread
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a bowl, mix warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead and Rise
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 3
Shape the Pitas
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Punch down the dough, divide it into 8 equal pieces, and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 4
Bake the Pitas
Place the flattened dough circles on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until puffed and lightly browned. Remove and let cool.
Lamb Sausage
- 5
- 6
Shape the Sausages
Form the mixture into small sausage shapes, about 4 inches long.
- 7
Cook the Sausages
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the lamb sausages for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and fully cooked.
Whipped Garlic Sauce
- 8
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt to taste. Whip until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assemble the Sandwiches
- 9
Build the Sandwich
Take a pita bread, spread a generous amount of whipped garlic sauce inside. Add 1-2 lamb sausages, top with sliced tomatoes, and drizzle with pomegranate molasses.
- 10
Serve
Cut the pita in half if desired and serve immediately while warm.
