MAN’OUSHÉ b ZAATAR

Man’oushé is sort of Lebanese pizza made with wild thyme (zaatar); salt; roasted sesame seeds; and sumac (a reddish lemony taste spice)

ZAATAR IS AN ATHLETE FRIENDLY FOOD AS IT CAN as it can
?improve circulation, increase energy, and boost metabolism (contains polyphenols, flavonoids);
?It is also a powerful antioxidant (sumac contains quercetin) effective in fighting a number of health conditions and chronic diseases.
?Zaatar has multiple anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, anti-microbial, antiseptic properties, which soothes inflammation and aching joints.
?Zaatar helps strengthen your bones (bcz of its high concentration of minerals: iron, calcium, copper, and magnesium)…. And it does good for your skin exposed to the sun and nature’s elements while racing and training:
?zaatar clears skin blemishes and
?soothes insect bites if applied like a paste to the affected areas.

HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN MAN’OUSHÉ   (the zaatar mix is available in many specialty food stores)
?Make your favorite dough thin or thick,
?mix zaatar and olive oil to get a medium fluid mixture,
?roll the dough, ?top and bake in a hot oven.

You can eat man’oushé plain or garnished with tomato, mint leaves, cucumber, and olives. Bon appétit!