🍞 Turkish Flatbread (Bazlama or Pide-style)
🕒 Prep Time: 20 min (plus 1 hr rise)
🕒 Cook Time: 10–15 min
🍽️ Makes: 4–6 flatbreads
Ingredients
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3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
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1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
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2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant or active dry yeast
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1 tbsp sugar
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1 tsp salt
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3 tbsp plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
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2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for cooking/brushing)
Instructions
1. Activate Yeast
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Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy (if using active dry yeast).
2. Make the Dough
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In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
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Add the yeast mixture, yogurt, and olive oil.
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Mix and knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic (or use a mixer with a dough hook for 5–6 min).
3. First Rise
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Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Bread
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Divide dough into 4–6 pieces. Roll each into a ball, then flatten into rounds (about 1/4 inch thick).
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Cover with a towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
5. Cook
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Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
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Lightly oil the surface and cook each flatbread 2–3 minutes per side until puffed and golden brown.
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Optionally, brush warm bread with olive oil or melted butter.
Serving Ideas
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Serve warm with hummus, tzatziki, or baba ghanoush
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Use as a wrap for kebabs or grilled meats
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Dip into soups or stews
Would you like a version baked in the oven (like Turkish pide or ramazan pidesi) or one stuffed with cheese or meat?