Za'atar crackers
7
- Prep Time50 min
- Total Time3 h 35 min
Za'atar spice blend and crackers. (Photo, Sian Richards.)
Za'atar is a fragrant Middle Eastern spice, and a delicious seasoning for chicken, fish or hummus. We've added to a pan of crisp homemade crackers for a savoury hostess gift.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (212 g)
1 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour, (200 g)
1/2 cup za'atar, (65 g)
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes (150 g)
1 cup cold water
1 egg
1 tbsp water
1 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt, such as Maldon
Instructions
STIR flours with za’atar and salt in a large bowl. Using your fingers, work butter into the flour until it becomes crumbly. Gradually add water, while stirring with a fork, until dough starts to come together. You may not need to use all of it. Divide dough into 4 portions and flatten into 5 × 2-in. rectangular bars. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
PREHEAT oven to 400F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment. On a lightly floured counter, roll 1 bar of dough into a long rectangle, about 12 × 16 in. Dough will be very thin. Transfer to cookie sheet and prick all over with a fork. Beat egg with water, then lightly brush over dough. Sprinkle with salt.
BAKE in centre of oven until crisp, 7 min. Flip and continue baking, 4 to 5 min. Repeat with remaining dough. Let crackers cool, then break into large long pieces.
Make-Ahead Tip
Dough can be made up to 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.
Storage Tip
Crackers will keep well in a covered container at room temperature, up to 1 week.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 119, Protein 3g, Carbohydrates 13g, Fat 7g, Fibre 2g, Sodium 207mg.
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