Mutabbak

Delight your taste buds with Mutabbak, a savory stuffed flatbread that’s a true Middle Eastern gem. This dish combines a tender, handmade dough with a spiced filling of ground beef or lamb, aromatic onions, garlic, and vibrant seasonings like cumin, turmeric, and coriander. Enhanced by fresh cilantro and a hint of green chili, the filling is folded into paper-thin sheets of dough, pan-fried to golden perfection in butter or ghee. Crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside, Mutabbak is the ultimate comfort food. Serve it hot, sliced into squares, alongside cool yogurt, tangy pickles, or a refreshing salad for a complete meal. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main course, this recipe delivers an irresistible blend of crispiness and tender warmth that will have you coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 pound Ground beef or lamb
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 small Green chili, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Butter or ghee

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add water while mixing to form a soft, pliable dough. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.

Step 2

Divide the dough into 4 equal balls, coat lightly with oil, and cover with a damp cloth. Let rest for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.

Step 4

Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet. Cook, breaking up any lumps, until it is browned and cooked through.

Step 5

Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, green chili, and fresh cilantro. Cook for 2–3 additional minutes. Set the mixture aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk the eggs and add them to the cooled meat mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

On a lightly greased surface, roll out one ball of dough into a very thin, square sheet. Place a quarter of the meat filling in the center.

Step 8

Fold the sides of the dough over the filling to create a neat square packet.

Step 9

Heat a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of butter or ghee. Place the filled dough square seam-side down in the skillet.

Step 10

Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp. Reduce heat if necessary to ensure the filling cooks through.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 12

Slice the cooked Mutabbak into smaller squares and serve hot with yogurt, pickles, or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	956.2 grams (956.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2201

Total Fat 120.50g	154%
Saturated Fat 41.90g	209%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.20g
Cholesterol 615mg	205%
Sodium 2696mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 200.30g	73%
Dietary Fiber 10.10g	36%
Total Sugars 6.30g
Protein 78.80g	158%

Vitamin D 99IU	495%
Calcium 224mg	17%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 1344mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.3%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 36.4%