🥖 Fluffy Turkish Bread
🛒 Ingredients
3½ cups (440 g) all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
2¼ tsp (7 g) instant yeast
1 tsp salt
1¼ cups (300 ml) warm water
2 tbsp plain yogurt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 egg yolk
1 tbsp milk
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp nigella (black) seeds (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
🥣 In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
💧 Add the warm water, yogurt, and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
✋ Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
🕒 Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
🍞 Punch down the dough and shape it into a large round or oval loaf. Place it on a parchment-lined baking tray.
⏳ Cover and let it rise again for 30–40 minutes.
🎨 Mix the egg yolk with the milk and brush over the dough.
🔪 Use your fingertips or a knife to create the traditional diamond pattern on top.
🌾 Sprinkle with sesame seeds and nigella seeds.
🔥 Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (425°F) for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown.
🧈 Brush with a little melted butter after baking for a softer crust. Cool slightly before serving.
❓Q&A
Q: Can I make it without yogurt?
A: Yes, replace it with the same amount of warm milk or water.
Q: How do I store it?
A: Keep it in an airtight bag at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.