Bazlama: the Recipe for Turkish Leavened Flat Bread


Ingredients (Makes 6–8 breads)

  • 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) warm water
  • ½ cup (125 ml) plain yogurt (room temperature)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for brushing)

Instructions

1. Make the dough

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add yogurt, olive oil, and salt.
  3. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.

2. Knead & rise

  1. Knead on a floured surface for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

3. Shape the breads

  1. Punch down dough and divide into 6–8 equal pieces.
  2. Roll each into a ball, then flatten into a disk about ½ inch (1 cm) thick.

4. Cook on a skillet

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  2. Cook each flatbread for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown spots appear and bread puffs slightly.

5. Serve

  • Brush with olive oil or butter while warm.
  • Serve with cheese, honey, or as a wrap.

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