Description
A golden, boat-shaped Turkish pide filled with spiced turkey, melted cheese, and a perfectly cooked egg. Packed with bold flavors and easy to make, this recipe is a slice of Turkey in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) instant yeast
- 3/4 cup (180 mL) warm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup (60 g) tomato paste
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large eggs
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Sesame seeds for crust
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Slowly add warm water and olive oil. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until soft. Stir in the ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks. Add garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, red pepper flakes (if using), tomato paste, and water. Cook for 5-7 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Once the dough has risen, divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into an oval shape about 10 inches (25 cm) long. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spoon the turkey filling evenly over each dough oval, leaving a border around the edges. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Fold the edges inward to create a boat shape, pinching the ends to seal.
- Crack one egg into the center of each pide. The heat will cook the egg while baking.
- Bake the pide for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the egg whites are set but the yolks remain runny.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
[‘Don’t over-knead the dough to avoid a tough texture.’, ‘Avoid overloading the filling near the edges so the dough can puff up beautifully.’, ‘Keep an eye on the yolks while baking for desired doneness.’, ‘Cooking the turkey mixture beforehand ensures it’s flavorful and fully cooked.’]
- Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pide
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Turkish Pide, Spiced Turkey, Egg, Homemade Dough, Turkish Cuisine, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner Recipe