Making irresistible Turkish garlic pan bread is a delightful and relatively simple process. Here’s a recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Garlic Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until it doubles in size.
2. Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Stir in chopped parsley and salt. Remove from heat.
3. Shape and Cook the Bread:
- Preheat a skillet or pan over medium heat.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into small portions, shaping each into a ball.
- Roll out each ball into a thin circle (about 8 inches in diameter).
- Place the rolled-out dough in the preheated pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until it puffs up and gets golden brown spots.
- Brush each side of the bread with the prepared garlic butter while it’s still hot.
4. Serve:
- Stack the garlic pan breads on a plate, and serve them warm.
- You can also sprinkle some additional chopped parsley or grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
Enjoy your irresistible Turkish garlic pan bread! It’s perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or even a tasty snack.
