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Gozleme

Deliciously Crispy Gozleme: Easy Flatbreads to Impress

Gozleme are crispy Turkish flatbreads filled with spinach and feta or spiced meat, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 flatbreads
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups Flour plain, all-purpose, or gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil for best flavor
  • 1 cup Water adjust based on humidity
  • 1 teaspoon Salt essential for flavor
For the Spinach & Feta Filling
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach or substitute with chard or kale
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 large Eggs for vegan option, use flax egg
  • 1 cup Danish Feta or substitute with goat cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese optional for extra creaminess
For the Meat Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Lamb or use ground turkey
  • 1 medium Capsicum (Bell Pepper) any color
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for cooking) for frying Gozleme
For Serving
  • 1 each Lemon Wedges optional for brightness

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pizza paddle

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a stand mixer, combine flour, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and water. Mix on medium-high speed for about 2.5 minutes until a smooth and pliable dough forms.
  2. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Spinach & Feta Filling Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine baby spinach, minced garlic, eggs, and season with pepper. Scrunch the spinach to wilt slightly.
  2. Fold in the creamy Danish feta and optional mozzarella until well incorporated.
Meat Filling Preparation
  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped garlic and onions until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add diced capsicum, ground beef or lamb, and season with cumin, paprika, and cayenne. Cook until the meat is well browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Allow the filling to cool before assembling your Gozleme.
Shaping the Gozleme
  1. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick.
  2. Spread your desired filling on one half of the rolled dough, then fold the other half over and press the edges firmly to seal.
Cooking the Gozleme
  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place each Gozleme in the hot skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side.
  2. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning and ensure they turn golden brown and crispy.
Serving Gozleme
  1. Transfer the Gozleme to a cutting board and let them cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
  2. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1flatbreadCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure fillings are not overly full to avoid breaking. Cook in batches to keep Gozleme hot and crisp.

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