Feta-Stuffed Flatbread with Eggplant-Labneh Dip

Ingredients

• 2 cups potato flour (fine, sifted)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dough) (plus extra for cooking)
• 6 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
• 1 large eggplant (skin will be charred and removed)
• 1/2 cup labneh (plain strained yogurt)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 large garlic clove (minced)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon hot smoked paprika
• 1 dash regular paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for dip)

Instructions

1. Make the dough

   In a large bowl combine potato flour and kosher salt. In a separate cup dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water, let sit 5 minutes. Add the yeast mixture and 2 Tbsp olive oil to the flour and stir with a fork until a shaggy dough forms.

   Time: PT5M

2. First rise

   Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise at room temperature until roughly doubled in size, about 30 minutes.

   Time: PT30M

3. Divide and fold in feta

   Lightly oil the bowl, turn the risen dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide into eight equal pieces. Flatten each piece, place a generous pinch of crumbled feta in the center, then fold the dough over and pinch the edges to seal. Twist the sealed dough onto itself to create a small ball and let rest 10 minutes to relax the gluten‑free dough.

   Time: PT10M

4. Roll and pan‑cook flatbreads

   On a lightly oiled surface roll each ball into a thin circle (about 6‑inch diameter). Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat, brush lightly with olive oil. Cook the flatbread on the first side until bubbles form and the underside is golden, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook the other side another 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm while you finish the remaining pieces.

   Time: PT32M

   Temperature: medium‑high heat

5. Char the eggplant

   Place the whole eggplant directly over an open flame or under a broiler. Turn every few minutes until the skin is completely blackened and the flesh is soft, about 10 minutes total. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let steam for 5 minutes to loosen the skin.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: high heat

6. Prepare the dip

   Peel the cooled eggplant and mash the flesh in a bowl. Stir in labneh, chopped parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, kosher salt, ground cumin, hot smoked paprika, a dash of regular paprika, and 1 Tbsp olive oil. Mix until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.

   Time: PT10M

7. Serve

   Arrange the warm feta‑stuffed flatbreads on a serving platter and spoon the smoky eggplant‑labneh dip alongside. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

4 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of potato flour: tapioca flour, cassava flour
• Instead of active dry yeast: instant yeast (use 3/4 tsp)
• Instead of olive oil (for dough): vegetable oil
• Instead of feta cheese: goat cheese, cotija
• Instead of eggplant: zucchini (different flavor)
• Instead of labneh: Greek yogurt (drained)
• Instead of fresh parsley: cilantro
• Instead of lemon juice: lime juice
• Instead of ground cumin: ground coriander
• Instead of hot smoked paprika: regular smoked paprika
• Instead of olive oil (for dip): vegetable oil

Equipment Needed

• large mixing bowl
• fork or whisk
• kitchen towel or plastic wrap
• rolling pin
• skillet or flat griddle
• spatula
• basting brush (optional)
• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• broiler or gas flame
• small bowl for dip

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• First rise of the dough
• Folding feta into the dough and sealing properly
• Charred eggplant skin must be fully blackened but flesh remains soft
• Cooking flatbread just until golden to keep it tender

Chef Tips from the Video

• A splash of sparkling water in the dough can make the flatbread extra airy.
• For extra smoky flavor, finish the flatbread with a quick brush of smoked paprika before serving.

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Storage

Refrigerator: Store flatbreads in an airtight container for up to 2 days; re‑heat in a skillet. Dip keeps 3‑4 days in a sealed jar.

Freezer: Flatbreads freeze well for up to 1 month; wrap individually in foil. Dip can be frozen for 1 month, thaw in refrigerator.

Room temperature: Best served fresh; flatbreads may become tough after 4 hours at room temperature.

Make-Ahead Tips

• The dough can be prepared the night before and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before shaping.
• Eggplant dip improves after resting for 30 minutes, making it ideal to prep ahead.