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Delicious Lebanese Sfiha (Lahm Bi Ajeen) Recipe - Easy and Authentic!


Traditional Lebanese Sfiha with ground beef or lamb filling and golden brown dough.
Ready to impress your guests with an authentic Middle Eastern dish? Try our easy-to-make Lebanese Sfiha!

If you're looking for a Middle Eastern dish that's both savory and satisfying, Lebanese Sfiha or Lahm Bi Ajeen is the answer. This dish is perfect for those who crave a meaty and spicy meal, and it's easy to make. In this recipe, we'll guide you through the steps of making traditional Lebanese Sfiha, which is a type of flatbread topped with spiced ground beef or lamb. It's a dish that's perfect for sharing with family and friends, and you can serve it as an appetizer or main course.


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Ingredients:

For the dough:

  • 4 cups of all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp of salt

  • 1 tbsp of active dry yeast

  • 1 tbsp of sugar

  • 1/2 cup of olive oil

  • 1 cup of warm water

For the filling:

  • 500gr of ground beef or lamb

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 1/4 cup of parsley, finely chopped

  • 1/4 cup of tomato paste

  • 2 tbsp of pomegranate molasses

  • 1 tbsp of paprika

  • 1 tbsp of cumin

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition Information:

  • Calories per serving: 311

  • Total Fat: 16g

  • Saturated Fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 42mg

  • Sodium: 325mg

  • Total Carbohydrates: 24g

  • Dietary Fiber: 1g

  • Sugars: 1g

  • Protein: 18g

Allergy Information:

  • This recipe contains wheat and gluten. If you have a wheat or gluten allergy, please substitute the flour with a gluten-free alternative.

Time of Preparing:

  • Preparation time: 30 minutes

  • Cooking time: 20 minutes

  • Total time: 50 minutes

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Add the olive oil and warm water and mix until you have a smooth dough.

  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until it's soft and elastic. Place it back in the bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise for 20 minutes.

  4. In a separate bowl, mix the ground meat, onion, parsley, tomato paste, pomegranate molasses, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

  5. Divide the dough into small balls and flatten them into 10 cm circles. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  6. Spoon a small amount of the meat mixture onto each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.

  8. Serve the Sfiha warm with a side of hummus or tahini sauce.

  9. Enjoy your meal!

A plate of freshly baked Lebanese Sfiha with a savory meat topping.
Satisfy your cravings with this savory and delicious Lebanese Sfiha recipe!

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