Flatbread With Ground Meat Topping (lebanese Sfiha)
Flatbread with Ground Meat Topping, also known as Lebanese Sfiha, is a delicious dish from Eastern Arabian cuisine that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. The flavorful ground meat topping is spread over a soft and chewy flatbread, making it a popular choice for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pieces of flatbread
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the ground meat and onion over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is soft.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat the stovetop grill or a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place the flatbread on the grill or skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly toasted.
- Spread the cooked meat topping evenly over the flatbread.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Skillet Stovetop grill or large skillet
Tools
Spatula Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the flatbread with ground meat topping with a side of fresh salad and a dollop of yogurt for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meat topping mixture.
Cost
$15