Turkish flatbread is delicious, versatile, and surprisingly easy to make at home. The most popular version is Bazlama, a soft, fluffy bread cooked on a pan.
🫓 Turkish Flatbread (Bazlama)
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tbsp yogurt (optional, makes it softer)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Activate yeast
Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy. - Make the dough
Add flour, salt, and yogurt. Knead until soft and slightly sticky. - Let it rise
Cover and rest for 1 hour until doubled. - Shape
Divide into balls and roll into thick rounds. - Cook
Cook on a hot pan (no oil) for 2–3 minutes each side until puffed and golden.
✨ Tips
- Brush with butter right after cooking for extra flavor
- Keep covered with a cloth to stay soft
- Works great with savory or sweet fillings
🥙 How to eat it
- With cheese and olives (classic Turkish style)
- As a wrap for chicken or kebabs
- With honey or jam for breakfast
If you want, I can also show you:
- A no-yeast version
- Or the famous stuffed Turkish bread called Gözleme