Ingredients:
For the bread:
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
For the potato filling:
2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
In a mixing bowl, combine warm water and salt. Stir until the salt is dissolved.
Gradually add the flour to the water mixture, stirring continuously, until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Cover them with a clean kitchen towel and let them rest for 15-20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Potato Filling:
In a saucepan, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add the boiled potatoes to the skillet along with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes slightly while stirring to combine all the ingredients. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the flavors meld together. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Shape and Fill the Bread:
Take one of the dough balls and flatten it with your hands or a rolling pin into a small disc, about 1/4 inch thick.
Place a spoonful of the potato filling in the center of the dough disc.
Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching them together to seal it.
Gently flatten the filled dough ball into a disc again, making sure the filling is evenly distributed.
4. Cook the Bread:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Carefully place the filled bread in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Press down gently with a spatula while cooking to ensure even browning.
Remove the cooked bread from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
5. Serve:
Sprinkle the cooked Turkish bread with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy the delicious and filling potato-stuffed bread!
This Turkish bread with potato filling is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for any meal of the day. Enjoy!