Traditional Turkish Flatbread Wraps with Cheese & Potato

Name: Traditional Turkish Flatbread Wraps with Cheese & Potato
Yield: 8 - 10 large wraps
Ingredients: 1 kg all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 packet instant yeast; 500-600 ml warm water; Cheese Filling: 300g dry crumbly cottage cheese mixed with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1 teaspoon chili flakes; Potato Filling: 3 large potatoes, boiled and mashed, mixed with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 2 tablespoons butter

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4 days ago

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Turkish Flatbread Wraps (Sıkma or Bazlama Dürüm) with Cheese & Potato

Soft bazlama flatbread - Crumbly çökelek cheese - Spiced mashed potato - Hand-rolled wraps

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 1 kg all-purpose flour

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 1 tablespoon sugar

• 1 packet instant yeast

• 500-600 ml warm water

For the Fillings:

• Cheese Filling: 300g dry crumbly cottage cheese mixed with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1 teaspoon chili flakes

• Potato Filling: 3 large potatoes, boiled and mashed, mixed with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 2 tablespoons butter

Recipe Details & Quick Facts

• Prep Time: 30 minutes

• Dough Resting Time: 1 hour

• Cook Time: 20 minutes

• Servings: 8 - 10 large wraps

• Cost Level: Low

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Gradually add the warm water while mixing. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until soft and smooth. Cover the bowl and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.

Step 2: Prepare the two fillings. For the cheese filling, mix the cottage cheese with salt, oil, and chili flakes. For the potato filling, mash the boiled potatoes and stir in the butter, salt, black pepper, and paprika until creamy.

Step 3: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8-10 equal-sized balls. On a floured surface, roll each dough ball into a thin, round flatbread about the size of a dinner plate.

Step 4: Heat a large dry skillet or traditional griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each rolled flatbread for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown spots appear. Keep the cooked flatbreads warm in a clean kitchen towel.

Step 5: While the flatbreads are still warm and pliable, lay one flat on a plate. Generously spread one of the fillings over half of the flatbread. Roll it tightly into a firm cylinder or wrap.

Step 6: Serve the freshly rolled wraps immediately while warm, traditionally enjoyed alongside a hot cup of black tea.

Chef's Closing Tip

The key to a perfect wrap is working quickly while the flatbread is still hot from the pan, ensuring maximum flexibility for rolling without cracking.

The Flavor of Anatolia: Sıkma

Sıkma, also known as pazlama dürüm, is a quintessential dish from the Mediterranean and Central Anatolian regions of Turkey. It represents the ultimate resourceful and communal village meal, utilizing freshly baked flatbreads from a traditional oven and filling them with readily available, flavorful ingredients like crumbly cheese and spiced potatoes. It is a beloved comfort food, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a hearty snack.