Pide (Cheese and Spinach Flatbread)
Pide (Cheese and Spinach Flatbread) is a delicious Turkish dish that combines a fluffy, golden-brown crust with a savory filling of melted cheese and fresh spinach. Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a comforting weeknight meal, this easy-to-make flatbread promises to impress your friends and family. With its delightful aroma and irresistible taste, Pide is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, warm water, and olive oil. Knead until smooth.
- 2. Let It Rise: Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 3. Sauté the Spinach: In a pan over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped spinach until wilted (about 3-4 minutes). Set aside to cool.
- 4. Mix the Filling: Combine sautéed spinach with feta and mozzarella in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5. Roll Out the Dough: Punch down risen dough, divide into portions, and roll each into an oval shape on a floured surface.
- 6. Assemble and Bake: Place filling in the center of each dough piece, fold edges over like a boat. Bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg