Turkish Gozleme.

Turkish Gözleme 🇹🇷✨

A crispy, flaky flatbread stuffed with savory fillings like spinach-feta or spiced minced meat—cooked on a griddle and served warm. Street food magic at home!

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🍽️ Ingredients (Makes 4)

For the Dough:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (+ extra for dusting)

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ cup (120ml) warm water

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or yogurt for softer dough)

Classic Fillings (Pick One):

1. Spinach & Feta:

   • 2 cups chopped spinach

   • ½ cup crumbled feta

   • 1 small onion, finely diced

   • 1 tbsp olive oil

   • ½ tsp black pepper

2. Spiced Minced Meat:

   • ½ lb (200g) ground lamb or beef

   • 1 small onion, grated

   • 1 tsp paprika

   • ½ tsp cumin

   • ¼ cup chopped parsley

To Cook:

• Butter or oil for griddling

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👩🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Dough

1. Mix flour and salt in a bowl.

2. Add water and oil, knead for 5-7 mins until smooth. Cover, rest 30 mins.

2. Prepare Filling

• Spinach-feta: Sauté onion in oil, wilt spinach, mix with feta.

• Meat: Brown meat with onion and spices, drain fat, stir in parsley.

3. Shape & Fill

1. Divide dough into 4 balls. Roll each into a thin oval (~12-inch).

2. Spread filling on one half, leaving a border. Fold over, seal edges by pressing.

4. Cook

• Heat a skillet, brush with butter/oil.

• Cook gözleme 2-3 mins per side until golden and crispy.

5. Serve

• Cut into wedges, serve with lemon wedges, yogurt, or ayran (Turkish yogurt drink).

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💡 Pro Tips

✅ Keep dough thin for the crispiest texture.
✅ No rolling pin? Use a wine bottle!
✅ Freeze uncooked gözleme—reheat on a dry pan later.

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Why You’ll Love It

✨ Versatile—swap fillings (try potatoes or cheese!).
✨ Faster than baklava, just as delicious.
✨ Kid-friendly—fun to assemble together.

Perfect for brunch, snacks, or a light dinner! ☀️

Want extra crisp? Brush with butter after cooking like the street vendors do! 😍