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No-Oven Turkish Bread Recipe

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This No-Oven Turkish Bread recipe offers a simple and authentic way to enjoy traditional Turkish bread without needing an oven. The bread is soft, fluffy, and enriched with olive oil or butter, then cooked on a stovetop skillet to golden perfection. Topped with garlic butter, sesame seeds, and fresh herbs, it makes for an irresistible accompaniment to any meal or a delightful snack on its own.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • ¾ cup (180ml) warm milk
  • ½ cup (120ml) warm water
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually pour in the warm milk, warm water, and olive oil while mixing to begin forming the dough.
  3. Knead Dough: Knead the mixture for about 8–10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic, indicating proper gluten development.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
  5. Shape Dough: After rising, punch the dough down gently and divide it into six equal portions. Roll each portion into a round, flat disk about ¼-inch thick.
  6. Cook Bread: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook each dough disk for 2–3 minutes on one side until bubbles appear, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until the bread turns golden brown.
  7. Brush with Butter and Garlic: While the bread is still warm, brush the tops with melted butter mixed with minced garlic to infuse extra flavor.
  8. Add Toppings: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped fresh parsley or cilantro over the warm bread before serving for added texture and freshness.

Notes

  • Use warm milk and water to activate the yeast effectively but ensure the liquids are not too hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • The dough can be kneaded by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on the heat of your skillet; watch for golden brown color and bubbles as indicators.
  • For vegan variation, use olive oil instead of butter and substitute the melted butter topping with more olive oil and herbs.
  • Store any leftover bread in an airtight container and warm before serving to regain softness.

Keywords: No-Oven Turkish Bread, Stovetop Bread, Turkish Flatbread, Easy Turkish Bread, Skillet Bread, Yeast Bread, Homemade Bread

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