Lahm Beajeen (Aswad)

Ultra-thin, crispy dough topped with a savory blend of minced lamb, pine nuts, and tangy pomegranate molasses. A signature Aleppine flatbread known for its perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

🥄 Ingredients

• Meat Ingredients:
• 1 kg (30% fat) lamb, finely minced
• 2 large onions, approximately 250-300 g
• 1 cup pomegranate molasses (or more to taste)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp seven-spice mix

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Dough preparation method:
2. 3 cups all-purpose flour
3. 2 tablespoons yogurt
4. 1 to 1 1/4 cups warm water, added gradually until the dough comes together
5. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (a small addition, optional) to help smooth the surface
6. 1/4 to 1 teaspoon salt

🌹 Decoration

Line a plate with lettuce, cucumber, and tomato, then arrange the bird's nest pastry in the center. You can also prepare a cucumber and yogurt side dish or ayran. Bird's nest pastry generally pairs well with vegetables such as watercress, green onions, and hot green peppers.