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Turkish Bread (Bazlama)

Fluffy, soft, and flavorful, this bread is perfect for pairing with hummus, tabouli, and more.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Additional Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 flatbreads

ingredients

  • 2 1/4 tsp active dried yeast 1 packet
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water between 105˚F and 110˚F
  • 3/4 cup Greek plain yogurt
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil + more for brushing
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 3 3/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley + more for garnish
  • 1/2 tsp za'atar seasoning

instructions

  • Add yeast, sugar, and water to a medium-large bowl. Stir well. Set aside in a warm place for 5 to 10 minutes. The mixture should be foamy and bubbly at this point.
  • Whisk in Greek yogurt, olive oil, and salt. Add flour, parsley, and za'atar. Stir together with a wooden spoon until the dough starts to come together. Use your hands to continue to bring the mixture together, then turn out on a floured surface. Knead for about 3 to 4 minutes, until dough is smooth and no longer sticky.
  • Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces. Place on a plate sprinkled with flour. Add balls to the plate and sprinkle lightly with flour. Allow to rest for 15 minutes.
  • Preheat a medium nonstick skillet or cast iron pan over medium-low heat.
  • While the pan is getting hot, roll out a piece of dough into a 6 to 7-inch circle. Brush lightly with oil. Once the pan is hot, add the rolled out dough to the skillet, oil side down. Brush the top lightly with flour.
  • Cook for about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, until the top forms bubbles and the bottom gets golden brown in spots and around the edges. Flip and cook for another 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, until the bottom is golden brown.
  • Remove from heat and continue to roll, brush with oil, and cook with the remaining dough balls.
  • Sprinkle with additional freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm.
  • Once cooled to room temperature, store in a resealable bag at room temperature.

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notes

Store. Cool to room temperature. Store in a resealable bag at room temperature for up to 3 to 4 days. You can enjoy them at room temperature or reheat them.
Reheat. Wrap flatbreads in damp paper towels and heat in the microwave for about 15 seconds, or until warm. You can also reheat them on the stove in a skillet with a little bit of oil over medium heat.
Freeze. Cook the flatbreads as instructed. Cool to room temperature and layer between sheets of parchment paper in an airtight container or resealable bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Thaw. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Reheat or bring to room temperature.

nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 476mg | Potassium: 66mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 138IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg
Calories: 216kcal
Cuisine: Turkish
Category: Bread