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Turkish Patatesli Gözleme (Potato Stuffed Flatbread) Recipe

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Turkish Patatesli Gozleme is a delicious, savory flatbread stuffed with a flavorful mixture of mashed potatoes, mozzarella cheese, and herbs. This traditional Turkish snack is made by rolling out a soft dough, filling it with a seasoned potato mixture, and cooking it on a griddle until golden and crisp. Perfect as a comforting appetizer or a light meal, gozleme pairs wonderfully with yogurt-based dips or hot sauce for added zest.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • ½ cup All Purpose Flour
  • ⅛ tsp Salt
  • ¼ cup Yogurt

Filling

  • ½ cup grated cooked Potato (approximately 1 small to medium potato)
  • ¼ tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • ⅓ tsp Salt
  • 3–4 tbsp Mozzarella Cheese
  • 2–3 tbsp chopped Cilantro
  • Oil for sealing and cooking

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a wide bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and salt. Add yogurt and combine well to form a sticky dough. Knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is very soft. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.
  2. Cook and Prepare Potato: Boil one small to medium potato until tender. Allow it to cool, peel it, then grate or mash the potato finely.
  3. Make the Filling: Mix the grated potato with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, chopped cilantro, and mozzarella cheese until thoroughly combined. Divide the filling into two equal portions and set aside.
  4. Shape the Dough: Divide the rested dough into two equal parts. On a floured surface, roll out one portion into a thin 10-inch circle, dusting lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
  5. Assemble Semicircle Gozleme (Option 1): Place half of the potato filling on one half of the dough circle. Fold the other half over the filling to form a semicircle. Seal the edges by brushing with oil and pressing firmly. Trim uneven edges with a pizza cutter or knife if desired. Brush the top generously with oil.
  6. Assemble Rectangle Gozleme (Option 2): Place half of the potato filling centered on the dough circle, leaving 2½ inches free at the edges. Fold the two side edges over the filling, then fold the bottom and top edges to form a rectangular packet. Seal edges with oil and brush the top generously with oil.
  7. Cook the Gozleme: Heat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium flame. Place the assembled gozleme on the griddle with the oiled side down. Cook until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until evenly cooked and slightly crisp.
  8. Serve: Remove the gozleme from the griddle and cut into wedges. Serve warm on its own or accompanied by hot sauce, yogurt dip, or tzatziki for extra flavor.

Notes

  • Kneading the dough well is key to achieving a soft and pliable texture.
  • The dough should be rolled as thin as possible for an ideal crispness once cooked.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with other mild melting cheeses such as feta or kasseri for variation.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
  • Gozleme can be enjoyed immediately or kept warm wrapped in foil.

Keywords: Turkish Gozleme, Patatesli Gozleme, Potato Flatbread, Turkish Snack, Stuffed Flatbread, Vegetarian Turkish Recipe

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