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.

Flatbread With Ground Meat Topping (lebanese Sfiha)

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

  1. In a skillet, cook the ground meat and onion over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is soft.
  2. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Preheat the stovetop grill or a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Place the flatbread on the grill or skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly toasted.
  5. Spread the cooked meat topping evenly over the flatbread.
  6. 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