Flat Bread Stuffed with Greens and Feta

Name: Flat Bread Stuffed with Greens and Feta
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 200 g wheat flour (all-purpose); 120 ml milk; 1 egg yolk (large); 1 pinch kosher salt; 1 tbsp avocado oil (or any vegetable oil); 1 bunch parsley; 1 bunch cilantro; 1 bunch basil; 1 bunch sorrel; 8 sprigs tarragon; 8 sprigs mint; 8 sprigs thyme; 8 scallions; 1 handful arugula; 1 handful pea shoots; 0.5 lb sheep feta; 3 tbsp melted butter (optional)

9 steps

Prep:45minCook:10min

This recipe is based on Zhengyalov Hats, a specialty of the Karabakh region in Armenia. My friend wrote about this flatbread: “The main purpose of its preparation is to unite once again to make a family meal together, to talk about all pressing matters, to exchange news.” A mix of greens and herbs is crucial to creating a well-balanced flavor. Most of them should be mild — lettuce, spinach, beet leaves, chard, and similar. There should be a moderate amount of greens with a pronounced flavor, like green onions and garlic or sour sorrel. It also requires a few bitter greens, such as dandelion or arugula. Cheese and fried onions are sometimes added. The dough for the traditional recipe is “poor” — wheat flour, water, and salt. Some cooks like it enriched with fermented dairy products. I like it with whole milk and egg yolk. Either variation is good. Mix and match your favorite herbs. There are no set rules. Use what’s available in your area and what herbs you prefer to your taste.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:35:28 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories285.1 kcal (14%)

Total Fat12.7 g (18%)

Carbs32.2 g (12%)

Sugars1.8 g (2%)

Protein11.9 g (24%)

Sodium472.7 mg (24%)

Fiber2 g (7%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

6 servings

Instructions

for dough

Step 1

Mix all the ingredients and knead a soft and smooth dough. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 45 minutes or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

for stuffing

Step 2

Wash, dry, and chop all leafy vegetables and herbs finely. Crumble the feta and mix it with greens. Portion the stuffing by making 2" diameter balls.

for shaping and cooking

Step 3

Dust your working surface with some flour. Shape the dough into a cylinder ~2" diameter.

Step 4

Divide it into 6 equal portions.

Step 5

Flatten each portion.

Step 6

Using a rolling pin, make each portion twice larger in diameter.

Step 7

Using a rolling pin, make each portion 1/5" (3-4mm) thin, place stuffing in the center, and pinch the edges together to secure it. Make sure there are no air pockets between the dough and the filling. Flatten the flatbread with your fingers and roll it thinner. You will see the stuffing through a thin layer of the dough. Watch the instructional video How To Shape and Cook Stuffed Flatbread.

Step 8

Preheat dry frying pan, seasoned cast iron, or heavy-bottomed non-stick preferred. Have a stick of butter handy. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side. Lightly brush the top of the cooked flatbread with butter right after cooking.

Step 9