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Homemade Turkish Pide with Lamb, Spinach, and Melty Cheese Recipe

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This delicious homemade Turkish pide recipe guides you through making flavorful, boat-shaped flatbreads filled with a savory lamb mixture, fresh vegetables, and gooey mozzarella cheese, baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Dough and Dough Preparation

  • 250 milliliters Warm water (This activates the yeast and helps create the perfect dough texture.)
  • 2 teaspoons Instant yeast (Choose a good quality brand for a nice rise.)
  • 2 teaspoons Sugar (This adds a touch of sweetness and nourishes the yeast.)
  • 400 grams All-purpose flour (Provides the necessary structure for your pide.)
  • 1½ teaspoons Salt (Essential for bringing all the flavors together.)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil (Enriches the dough, giving it a lovely flavor and moisture.)

Filling

  • 6 tablespoons Pepper paste (Brings an authentic and vibrant flavor to your pide.)
  • 400 grams Mozzarella cheese (A must-have for that gooey, melty perfection.)
  • 1 cup Chopped spinach (Adds a nutritious and colorful layer to your filling.)
  • ½ Red bell pepper (Thinly sliced, optional for added texture.)
  • 1 Onion (Finely minced, builds the flavor foundation for your filling.)
  • 2 Garlic cloves (Minced, brings a fragrant aroma that enhances the overall taste.)
  • 600 grams Minced lamb meat (The star of the filling, delivering rich and hearty flavors.)
  • 4 tablespoons Tomato paste (Deepens the flavor profile and adds moisture to the lamb.)
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper (Adds just the right amount of spice.)
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika (Introduces a mild smokiness to the lamb mixture.)
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin (Gives an earthy depth that complements the other spices.)

Topping

  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (More cheese for that deliciously gooey topping.)
  • 1 Egg (Whisked, for egg wash to achieve a beautiful golden finish on the crust.)
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (Adds a nutty crunch and an appealing look.)
  • 1 tablespoon Nigella seeds (Gives a unique flavor twist and a decorative touch.)

Instructions

  1. Preparation Preheat the oven to 450℉, placing a pizza stone or an upside-down baking tray inside.
  2. Yeast Mixture and Dough In a measuring cup, mix the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Pour into a bowl, add the flour and salt, and combine. Knead the dough until smooth and stretchy. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour.
  3. Cook Filling Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté minced onion and garlic until translucent. Add minced lamb, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Cook until fully done and the pan is dry. Set aside to cool.
  4. Shape Dough Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 3 pieces. Roll each piece into a long oval shape.
  5. Assemble Pide Spread 2 tablespoons of pepper paste and 1½ cups of cheese on each oval, leaving a 2.5 cm border. Top with vegetables or 1/3 cup of lamb mixture, fold edges over to create a boat shape. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with toppings.
  6. Bake Carefully place the pide in the oven and bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Cool and Serve Let the pide cool on a wire rack for a few minutes. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use a good quality instant yeast for a nice rise.
  • Letting the dough rise for a full hour is essential for texture.
  • Broiling at the end helps achieve a beautiful golden crust.
  • Optional red bell pepper adds texture and color.

Keywords: Turkish pide recipe, homemade pide bread, lamb pide, Turkish flatbread, savory pide

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