Dough Directions

• Mix sugar and yeast in a cup of warm water. Set aside until bubbly for 8 – 10 minutes
• Mix dry ingredients in a bowl and create a well in the mixture
• Mix yogurt with half of the warm water cup mixture and pour it in the well you prepared in the flour mixture, start kneading the dough until it sets
• Add the remaining cup of water gradually on as needed basis to make your dough to your liking until no longer sticky
• Wrap it in a blanket and set aside for 4 -5 hours before use

Sfeeha Filling Directions

• In a pan, add 2 Tbsp. of oil and cook. Meanwhile, add cinnamon, spices, and salt, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes
• In another pan, cook onions until tender and then top it with meat until it absorbs all liquid. Remove it from heat and set it aside until the mixture is completely cooled down.
• Add the onion/meat mixture to a bowl, then add red vinegar, lemon, yogurt, tahini, and stir. Then add tomatoes, and green peppers and mix well.
• Tip: If the mixture is too dry, add one Tbsp. of Red vinegar.

Sfeeha Assembly

• Make the dough into small balls and flatten it to the thickness of your liking
• Make a small well using your fingers and add a Tbsp. of filling to each
• Place all in an oil coated oven dish or tray
• Bake in a preheated oven at 200 C until it turns red or golden brown (to your preference)