Ramadan Recipe: Easy Cheese Mutabbaq
Mutabbaq is a popular stuffed flatbread that originates from the Arabian Peninsula and is widely enjoyed in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Easy Cheese Mutabbaq is a delicious and crispy treat perfect for Ramadan. This savory dish features thin dough filled with a rich mixture of cream cheese, olives, parsley, lemon zest, and nuts. Whether deep-fried or air-fried, these golden, flaky squares make an irresistible iftar snack for the whole family to enjoy.
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Ingredients of Cheese Mutabbaq
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- 15 Minutes
- 10 Serving
- 123 Calories
- 10 spring roll pastry squares
- 10 cream cheese squares (150 grams)
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp green olive, chopped
- 2 tbsp walnuts, chopped
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp water
Cheese Mutabbaq
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Method & Directions of Cheese Mutabbaq
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- 15 Minutes
- Prepare the Filling
تم نسخ الرابطIn a bowl, mix the cream cheese with olives, parsley, lemon zest, and nuts until well combined.
- Make the Glue
تم نسخ الرابطIn a small bowl, mix the flour and water to form a paste and set aside.
- Assemble the Mutabbaq
تم نسخ الرابطPlace 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of each spring roll sheet and flatten slightly. Fold the sides of the sheet over the filling to form a square. Brush the last fold with the flour and water mixture to seal it securely.
- Cook the Mutabbaq
تم نسخ الرابطFor deep frying, cook the squares in hot oil until golden and crispy. For a healthier option, lightly brush them with oil and air fry until they turn crispy and golden brown.
- Serve & Enjoy
تم نسخ الرابطServe warm and enjoy these delicious, crispy Mutabbaq squares!