Lachmagine

From The Kosher Foodies

Lachmagine is a classic mazza, a “small bite” Syrian Jews often eat before dinner. It’s kind of like a mini pizza, but instead of sauce and cheese we put tamarind and meat on it. It’s a staple in many homes on Shabbat and holidays.


Making these is a little bit time consuming. I mean, it makes around 60 (I made exactly 62) lachmagine, and you have to cut them each out, top with the meat, and flatten. So it’s a good thing these freeze well. Pop them in the freezer and then whip them up as part of a weekday meal. Or make them, freeze them, and cook them for your Shabbat company.

Lahamagine (meat pies), adapted from red Deal Delights:

For the Dough:

4 cups flour
1 1/4 teaspoons (1/2 packet) active dry yeast dissolved in 1/4 cup warm water
1 cup warm water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil (optional)

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