Turkish Flatbread Recipe
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Overview
This Turkish Flatbread recipe is a fantastic way to elevate your meal experience. The dough is simple yet effective, combining warm milk and water with flour to create a soft, fluffy texture that’s hard to resist. The addition of fresh herbs like parsley and dill not only adds flavor but also a touch of freshness to the bread.
Cooking the flatbreads in a skillet without any oil is a game changer, allowing for a healthier option that still delivers on taste. Each piece puffs up beautifully, creating a delightful texture that pairs well with a variety of dishes. Whether you’re serving it alongside a hearty stew or simply enjoying it with some olive oil and herbs, this flatbread is versatile and satisfying.
What’s more, the recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for cooks of all skill levels. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have warm, homemade flatbreads ready in no time. It’s perfect for casual gatherings or as a comforting addition to your weeknight meals. Don’t forget to cover the hot bread with a kitchen towel to keep it soft and warm until serving!
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Form dough balls.
Place the dough balls on a plate and cover with cling film.
Fry over high heat for about 3 minutes.
Brush the cooked bread with olive oil.
Add 550 g of flour and knead the dough.
Add onion and parsley to cottage cheese.
Spread the filling on the dough.
Fry until golden brown, turning from time to time.
Tip: Cover the dough while rolling to keep it from drying out.
Tip: Add some pepper to enhance the filling flavor.
Tip: Use a ceramic frying pan for even cooking.
Measure 1 3/5 cups warm milk and 1 3/5 cups warm water.
Add 2 tbsp sugar and 2 tsp dry yeast to the warm milk and water.
Stir a little to dissolve the yeast.
Add 5 1/2 cups flour to the mixture.
Add 1 tsp salt to the dough.
Stir the mixture until combined.
Finely chop a few sprigs of parsley and a little dill.
Add the chopped herbs to the dough and stir.
Make the dough thick by adding another 1 1/2 cups of flour.
Knead the dough by hand for 2-3 minutes.
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 45 minutes.
Divide the dough into 10 parts.
Make balls from the divided dough.
Tip: Keep the dough covered all the time so that it does not dry out.
Heat a ceramic or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Put the bread in the dry frying pan and cook without oil.
Tip: Important, turn the bread over the first time after 20 seconds.
Cook and flip the bread until it begins to inflate like a balloon.
Cover the hot bread with a kitchen towel to keep it soft.
Tip: To enhance the taste, you can grease the bread with olive oil and sprinkle with herbs.
Measure 10 fl oz kefir, 1 egg, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp sugar, and 3 tbsp vegetable oil.
Add 16 ounces of all-purpose flour and 2 tsp baking powder.
Stir and knead the dough.
Measure 10.5 ounces of cheese and 1 egg.
Divide the cheese mixture into 4 parts and make cheese balls.
Divide the dough into 4 parts and make balls.
Roll out one flatbread with a rolling pin from the center to the sides.
Cook in a dry frying pan without oil over low heat.
Cook until it turns golden brown on both sides.
Repeat the same steps for the rest of the dough.
Tip: Cheese khachapuri is delicious on its own, but you can elevate your experience with a few additions.
Tip: For an extra treat, top it with a poached or fried egg.
Tip: Starting with a light soup, such as tomato or lentil, can also enhance your meal.
Measure 1 glass of yogurt, 1 glass of water, and 1 pack of baking powder.
Sift 4 glasses of flour.
Finely chop a bunch of greens.
Tip: If the dough is sticky, add some flour.
Knead the dough.
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Flatbreads can be cooked without an oven, using just a skillet.
- •Adding fresh herbs like parsley and dill enhances the flavor of the dough.
- •Covering the cooked bread with a kitchen towel keeps it soft.
- •Flatbreads can be served with various toppings, including fresh vegetables and herbs.
