Turkish poğaça is a popular savory pastry that originated in Turkey. This delicious and versatile snack can be filled with various ingredients such as cheese, meat, or vegetables, and is commonly enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or as an accompaniment to meals. In this article, we'll share a traditional Turkish poğaça recipe that is easy to follow and will help you recreate the authentic flavors of this beloved snack in your own kitchen.
Turkish pogaca is a delicious and flaky pastry that is popular in Turkey and the surrounding regions. It is typically filled with a variety of ingredients, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or as a side dish. Here are 20 different beer can chicken recipes that incorporate Turkish pogaca in unique and tasty ways.
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P for Peynirli Poğaça – Turkish Poğaça with Feta and...
Main Ingredients: Active Dry Yeast, Sugar, Salt, Milk, Yogurt, Olive Oil
This recipe takes the traditional Turkish pogaca and adds a flavorful twist with the addition of feta cheese and spinach. The result is a savory and cheesy pogaca that is perfect for any time of day.
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Easy For Home-style Turkish 'Poğaça'
Main Ingredients: Plain Yogurt, Melted Butter, Salt, Baking Powder
If you're looking for a simple and authentic recipe for Turkish pogaca, look no further. This easy home-style version uses basic ingredients and is perfect for beginners or those looking for a quick and easy recipe.
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Dill-Feta Poğaça (Dereotlu Peynirli Poğaça)
Main Ingredients: Plain Yogurt, Oil, Butter, Eggs, Baking Powder, Flour
This recipe for dill-feta pogaca combines two classic Turkish flavors – dill and feta – to create a delicious and aromatic pastry. The dill adds a fresh and herby flavor, while the feta adds a creamy and salty touch.
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Turkish Simit Pogaca (Sesame Bread) | Episode 435
Main Ingredients: Milk, Instant Yeast, Granulated Sugar, Egg, All Purpose
Simit is a popular Turkish bread that is often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack. This recipe combines the flavors of simit with the flakiness of pogaca, resulting in a delicious and unique bread that is perfect for any occasion.
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Cherry Turkish Taffy
Main Ingredients: Egg White, Sugar, Water, Cornstarch, Cherry Jam, Butter
If you have a sweet tooth, this cherry Turkish taffy recipe is a must-try. The taffy has a chewy and gooey texture, and the addition of cherries adds a burst of fruity flavor. It's the perfect treat to enjoy alongside your favorite beer can chicken dish.
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Greek Yogurt Turkish Flatbread (Bazlama)
Main Ingredients: Warm Water, Dried Yeast, Sugar, Greek Style Yogurt
Bazlama is a type of Turkish flatbread that is similar to pogaca, but with a slightly different texture. This recipe uses Greek yogurt to add a tangy flavor and a soft and fluffy texture to the bread. It's perfect for dipping in soups or enjoying with a beer can chicken meal.
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Menemen (Turkish Egg Scramble)
Main Ingredients: Olive Oil, White Onion, Large Green Bell Pepper, Diced
Menemen is a popular Turkish dish that combines scrambled eggs with peppers, tomatoes, and spices. This recipe adds a twist by incorporating pieces of pogaca into the egg mixture, creating a hearty and flavorful meal.
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Turkish Cacik
Main Ingredients: Plain Yogurt, Cucumbers, Chopped Walnuts, Fresh Dill
Cacik is a refreshing and cooling yogurt-based dip that is commonly enjoyed in Turkey. This recipe adds a twist by using pogaca as a dipping vessel instead of traditional bread or vegetables. It's a unique and delicious way to enjoy this classic Turkish dish.
Gozleme is a type of Turkish flatbread that is typically filled with a variety of ingredients. This recipe uses minced lamb as the filling, adding a rich and savory flavor to the dish. The flakiness of the pogaca pairs perfectly with the juicy lamb filling.
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Turkish Bread
Main Ingredients: Instant Yeast, Caster Sugar, Warm Water, All Purpose
If you're looking for a simple and traditional Turkish bread recipe, this is it. This recipe uses basic ingredients and techniques to create a fluffy and flavorful bread that is perfect for any meal.
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Turkish Kunefe (Künefe)
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Water, Shredded Phyllo Dough, Cheese, Butter
Kunefe is a popular Turkish dessert that is made with shredded phyllo dough, cheese, and a sweet syrup. This recipe adds a twist by using pogaca dough instead of phyllo, resulting in a unique and delicious dessert that is perfect for pairing with beer can chicken.
This recipe for Turkish eggs is a refreshing and flavorful way to enjoy your morning meal. It combines soft-boiled eggs with a tangy and spicy yogurt sauce, and is served with pieces of pogaca for dipping.
This hearty and filling dish combines potatoes and chickpeas with a variety of spices to create a flavorful and satisfying meal. It's perfect for pairing with a simple pogaca for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Turkish Lentil Balls (Mercimek Köfte)
Main Ingredients: Red Lentils, Water, Bulgur, Olive Oil, Pepper, Salt
Mercimek köfte is a popular Turkish dish made with red lentils, bulgur, and spices. This recipe adds a twist by incorporating pieces of pogaca into the lentil mixture, resulting in a unique and tasty dish that is perfect for any occasion.
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Turkish Flat Bread (Bazlama)
Main Ingredients: Warm Water, Dried Yeast, Sugar, Greek Style Yogurt
This recipe for Turkish flatbread is similar to traditional pogaca, but with a slightly different texture and flavor. The bread is soft and fluffy, and perfect for dipping in soups or enjoying with your favorite beer can chicken dish.
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Homemade Doner Kebab: A Turkish Classic
Main Ingredients: Ground Lamb, Egg, Garlic, Ground Cumin, Ground
Doner kebab is a popular Turkish dish that is typically made with sliced meat and a variety of vegetables and sauces. This recipe takes a homemade approach, using pogaca as a base for the kebab and adding a flavorful and juicy meat filling.
Turkish delight is a classic dessert that is popular in Turkey and the surrounding regions. This recipe adds a twist by incorporating rosewater, giving the dessert a unique and fragrant flavor. Enjoy a piece of this delicious treat alongside your beer can chicken for a sweet and satisfying meal.
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Turkish Eggplant Casserole with Tomatoes (Imam Bayildi)
Main Ingredients: Eggplant, Sea Salt, Olive Oil, Small Yellow Onion
Imam bayildi is a traditional Turkish dish made with eggplant, tomatoes, and a variety of spices. This recipe adds a twist by incorporating pogaca dough into the casserole, resulting in a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion.
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Turkish Borek (Sigara Borek)
Main Ingredients: Yufka Dough, Olive Oil, Small Onion, Spinach, White
Borek is a popular Turkish dish that is typically filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables and then rolled into a cigar-like shape. This recipe adds a twist by using pogaca dough instead of traditional phyllo dough, resulting in a unique and delicious dish that is perfect for any meal.
Ingredients for Turkish Poğaça
Dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup plain yogurt
½ cup olive oil
½ cup warm water
2 tsp active dry yeast
1 tsp salt
Filling:
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup chopped parsley
½ cup chopped green onions
½ cup diced tomatoes
¼ cup olive oil
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp black pepper
To make the dough, start by activating the yeast. In a small bowl, mix the yeast with warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. In a separate bowl, mix the flour and salt together. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt and olive oil, then add the yeast mixture and mix well. Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and knead until a soft dough forms. Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise for 1 hour.
In the meantime, prepare the filling by mixing the feta cheese, parsley, green onions, tomatoes, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a bowl. Once the dough has risen, divide it into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball into a circular shape and place a spoonful of the filling in the center. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and seal it by pressing down with your fingers.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the poğaça on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush the tops with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the poğaça is golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious flavors of this Turkish snack!
This poğaça recipe is a crowd-pleaser and can easily be customized with your favorite fillings. You can also make a sweet version by using a filling of jam, chocolate spread, or fruit. We hope you give this recipe a try and add a taste of Turkey to your next meal!
Remember, practice makes perfect when it comes to making poğaça, so don't be discouraged if your first batch doesn't turn out exactly as you hoped. With a little patience and determination, you'll soon be able to make these savory pastries like a pro. Happy baking!
