Turkish bread, known as "ekmek" in Turkish, is a staple of Turkish cuisine and holds a central place in the daily lives of the people.
It is more than just food; it is a cultural symbol that represents hospitality, nourishment, and tradition. Turkish bread comes in various forms,
each with its unique texture, flavor, and purpose, but all share a common characteristic of being simple yet profoundly satisfying.
Turkish bread: the most delicious and easy bread you will ever make!
INGREDIENTS:
- 500 g (1 pound) flour;
- 150 ml (5 fl. oz) hot milk;
- 150 ml (5 fluid ounces) warm water;
- 1 teaspoon of salt;
- 2 tablespoons of dry yeast;
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil;
- chopped parsley, chilli flakes.
METHOD:
Whisk the flour with the salt and yeast. Add warm water and milk and knead until liquids are absorbed.
Add olive oil and knead until smooth (about 10 minutes).
Shape the dough into a ball, cover with vegetable oil and set aside in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
When the dough has finished rising, cut it into 6 and roll each piece into a ball.
Roll out each flatbread and place it on a preheated skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 5-6 minutes (2.5-3 minutes on each side). When you flip each flatbread, it should form a pocket in the middle.
Brush each warm flatbread with oil, then garnish with parsley and chili flakes.