مناقيش الزعتر والجبنة

In a small bowl, we mix ¼ cup of warm water with the yeast and sugar, stir, cover, and let it sit until the yeast activates and becomes foamy

In a separate bowl, we place the flour, salt, toasted sesame seeds, and vegetable oil, then add the activated yeast mixture

Gradually knead while adding warm water as needed until a soft, cohesive dough forms.

Wipe the surface of the dough with a tablespoon of olive oil, cover it and leave it to rise in a warm place

After rising, we divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a medium-sized flat round shape.

We preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat and place one dough circle into the pan.

To prepare the filling: Mix the thyme with olive oil

Once the bottom side starts to brown, we flip the dough and immediately add the filling (zaatar or cheese) on the cooked side.

We cover the pan briefly to help melt the cheese, then remove the manakish from the pan and repeat with the remaining dough.

We serve the manakish hot