Description
This Turkish Pide recipe features a soft, chewy crust paired with a rich, savory spiced turkey filling and a perfectly cooked egg. It’s a comforting and customizable dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water (approximately 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound (450g) ground turkey
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes, until frothy. Add the flour, salt, and olive oil, then mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, until it’s smooth and elastic. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Stir in the ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then stir in the tomato paste. Cook for 8-10 minutes, until the turkey is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each piece into an oval shape, about 12 inches long. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread the spiced turkey mixture evenly down the center of each dough oval, leaving the edges empty. Fold the edges inward, pinching them together at the ends to form a boat shape.
- Crack one egg onto the center of each Pide. Carefully spread the egg white slightly around the filling, keeping the yolk intact.
- Place the Pide in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the egg is set. Watch closely to avoid overcooking the yolk.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a runnier egg yolk, add the egg during the last few minutes of baking. Substitute ground turkey with chicken, lamb, or a vegetarian filling for variations.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Pide
- Calories: 350400
Keywords: Turkish Pide, Spiced Turkey, Egg, Comfort Food, Turkish Recipe, Homemade Pide, Brunch Recipe, Dinner Idea