Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4.33 cup

all-purpose flour

sifted

1 tsp

salt

1 tbsp

oil

1 strip

bacon

chopped

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

1 lb

ground lamb

7 oz

feta

crumbled

5 cup

baby spinach

chopped

2 oz

cheddar

grated

1 unit

tomato

chopped

4 unit

Lemon wedges

to serve

Step 1
~3 min

Sift flour and salt into a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add warm water and mix to form a firm dough.

Step 3
~3 min

Knead dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover the dough with a clean tea towel and let it rest.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat oil in a pan over high heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Sauté bacon and onion for 3-4 minutes until tender.

Step 7
~3 min

Add ground lamb and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking up lumps.

Step 8
~3 min

Transfer the lamb mixture to a bowl and cool.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir in feta, spinach, cheddar, and tomato; season to taste.

Step 10
~3 min

Divide dough into 8 portions.

Step 11
~3 min

Roll each portion into an 8x12 inch rectangle.

Step 12
~3 min

Spoon 1 cup of filling over half of each rectangle.

Step 13
~3 min

Fold the dough over to enclose the filling and seal the edges.

Step 14
~3 min

Heat a griddle or large pan on medium heat.

Step 15
~3 min

Brush one gozleme with oil.

Step 16
~3 min

Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and crisp.

Step 17
~3 min

Repeat with remaining gozleme.

Step 18
~3 min

Cut into wedges and serve with lemon wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the pan is hot enough to get a good sear.

Don't overfill the gozleme to prevent tearing.

Serve with a dollop of yogurt for extra tang.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Filling can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Hummus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Turkey

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and homemade dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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