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Spinach and Feta Gozleme Recipe

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Gozleme is a traditional Turkish flatbread filled with a savory mixture of fresh spinach and crumbly feta cheese. This easy-to-make recipe uses a simple dough made from Greek yogurt and self-raising flour, cooked on a stovetop pan to achieve golden, crispy layers. Perfect as a snack or light meal, served with a squeeze of lemon for a fresh finish.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt (non-fat)
  • 1 cup self-raising flour (or all-purpose flour)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder (only if using all-purpose flour)
  • Good pinch of salt
  • 1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for frying and brushing)

Filling

  • 2 ½ cups packed fresh spinach or baby spinach (chopped)
  • 100g (3.5oz) feta cheese (crumbled)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

To Serve

  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and Greek yogurt. Add baking powder if using all-purpose flour. Mix with a spoon or your hand until a rough ball forms.
  2. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 3–5 minutes until smooth. Sprinkle additional flour if the dough feels too sticky or wet. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Make the Filling: Place chopped spinach in a bowl and scrunch it with your hands to soften. Crumble in the feta cheese and season with salt and black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Divide Dough: Cut the rested dough into two equal pieces and shape them into balls.
  5. Roll out Dough: Dust your work surface with flour and roll each dough ball into a thin circle about 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) in diameter. Flip and sprinkle flour regularly to prevent sticking, rolling as thin as possible without tearing the dough.
  6. Fill and Fold: Evenly spread half of the spinach and feta mixture onto one half of a rolled dough circle. Fold the other half over the filling and seal the edges by pressing with your fingers. Repeat with the second dough.
  7. Cook the Gozleme: Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Place one folded gozleme in the pan and cook for 3–5 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Flip and Press: Brush or spray the top with olive oil, then flip using a spatula. Gently press the gozleme to flatten it and cook until golden on the second side.
  9. Repeat Cooking: Remove cooked gozleme from the pan and place on a board. Repeat the frying process with the second gozleme.
  10. Serve: Slice the gozleme into triangles, add a squeeze of lemon juice, and enjoy warm.

Notes

  • Use self-raising flour for a lighter dough, but if using all-purpose flour, add baking powder as directed.
  • Rolling the dough thinly is key to achieving a crispy, layered texture.
  • Adjust salt in the filling carefully as feta cheese is naturally salty.
  • The cooking pan should be well heated before adding the dough to ensure even browning.
  • Serve gozleme immediately for best taste and texture; leftover pieces can be reheated on a skillet.

Keywords: Gozleme, Turkish flatbread, spinach and feta, savory pastry, easy snack, vegetarian recipe

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