Ohhh yes 🍞✨ Turkish Bread—soft, pillowy, slightly chewy, and perfect for dipping in olive oil or stuffing with kebabs. Here’s a classic homemade recipe for that fluffy, golden bread.
🍞 Turkish Bread (Pide-Style)
Ingredients (makes 2 medium loaves)
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (105–110°F / 40–43°C)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
- Sesame seeds or nigella seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
1️⃣ Activate yeast
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast.
- Let sit 5–10 min until foamy.
2️⃣ Make dough
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Mix until dough comes together, then knead 8–10 min until smooth and elastic.
3️⃣ First rise
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean cloth.
- Let rise 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
4️⃣ Shape loaves
- Punch down dough and divide into 2 pieces.
- Shape into oval or round loaves.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Optional: brush with beaten egg and sprinkle sesame or nigella seeds.
5️⃣ Second rise
- Cover loaves lightly and let rise 30–45 min until puffy.
6️⃣ Bake
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Using a sharp knife, make 2–3 shallow diagonal slashes on top of each loaf.
- Bake 20–25 min until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
7️⃣ Cool & serve
- Let cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Serve warm with olive oil, dips, or use for sandwiches and kebabs.
Pro Tips
- Soft & chewy: don’t skimp on kneading; develop gluten for elasticity.
- Flavor boost: add 1–2 tsp olive oil on top of dough before baking for a richer crust.
- Toppings: nigella seeds give a classic Turkish look and flavor, sesame seeds add nuttiness.
- Storage: keeps in an airtight bag 2–3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
I can also give a “fluffy, airy, restaurant-style Turkish pide bread” version with that iconic soft interior and slightly crisp exterior—perfect for dipping and tearing 😏.
Do you want me to do that?
