🍞 Turkish Bread (Soft & Fluffy)
Turkish bread is light, airy, and slightly chewy—perfect for sandwiches, dipping, or serving with meals.
🧾 Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional topping: sesame seeds or nigella seeds
👩‍🍳 Instructions
- Activate yeast
- Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- Make dough
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil.
- Knead for 8–10 minutes until soft and elastic.
- First rise
- Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour (until doubled).
- Shape the bread
- Flatten dough into an oval or round shape.
- Use your fingers to gently press lines (traditional pattern).
- Second rise
- Let it rest for 20–30 minutes.
- Add topping
- Brush lightly with water or egg wash.
- Sprinkle sesame or nigella seeds.
- Bake
- Bake at 220°C (430°F) for 12–15 minutes until golden.
🌟 Tips for Best Results
- Place a small bowl of water in the oven for a softer crust.
- Don’t overbake—this bread should stay soft inside.
- Serve warm with butter, dips, or grilled meats.
🍽️ Popular Pairings
- Hummus or yogurt dips
- Kebabs or grilled chicken
- Olive oil and herbs
If you want, I can show you a no-oven (pan or tawa) version of this bread—great if you don’t have an oven.
