Follow these steps for perfect results
active dry yeast
sugar
salt
all-purpose flour
olive oil, extra virgin
Greek Yogurt
warm water
ground beef
salt
onion
chopped finely
green pepper
chopped finely
ground cinnamon
seven spices
ground black pepper
pomegranate syrup
Mix active dry yeast, sugar, salt, all-purpose flour, olive oil, and Greek yogurt in a bowl.
Gradually add warm water to form a non-sticky dough.
Cover the dough and let it rise for 2 hours.
Brown the ground beef in a pot on the stovetop.
Add chopped onions, green pepper, and salt to the beef.
Cook for approximately 5 minutes, or until the onions become translucent.
Incorporate ground cinnamon, seven spices (or allspice), and ground black pepper into the meat mixture.
Mix well and cook for another 3 minutes.
Add pomegranate syrup to the mixture.
Mix thoroughly and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Allow the meat mixture to cool completely.
Once the dough has doubled in size, transfer it to a floured surface.
Divide the dough into small balls.
Cover the dough balls with a cloth and begin rolling each ball into a flat round.
Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the cooled meat mixture onto the center of each flat round.
Pinch the edges of the dough to create an eye shape.
Arrange the prepared Sfiha on an oiled baking pan.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) on the bottom rack until the bottoms are browned.
Move the Sfiha to the top rack and continue baking until the tops are browned.
Serve the Sfiha alongside Greek yogurt for dipping.
Expert advice for the best results
Make sure to not over-bake the Sfiha to keep it soft.
Adjust spices to your taste.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 min
Dough and meat mixture can be prepared ahead.
Garnish with fresh parsley or mint.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Pair with a medium-bodied Lebanese red wine.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular street food and home-cooked dish in Lebanon.
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