Turkish Biberli Ekmek (Hatay Pepper Paste Bread)
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Turkish Biberli Ekmek (Hatay Pepper Paste Bread)
Description
Turkish Biberli Ekmek starts with a soft dough combining all-purpose flour, instant yeast, kosher salt, sugar, warm milk and water, plus olive oil. Kneading develops gluten, giving the bread elasticity and a chewy texture when baked. Letting the dough rise in a warm place until doubled ensures a light crumb.
The topping blends finely chopped yellow onion, crumbled feta cheese for creaminess and saltiness, sesame and black sesame seeds for texture and nuttiness, Aleppo pepper and pepper paste for mild heat and depth, plus cumin and oregano for earthy aromas, all mixed with olive oil to bind and enrich. This results in a layered, spiced topping that contrasts with the tender bread.
Once shaped and topped, the breads bake at 400°F until golden and set, delivering flatbreads with a slightly crisp crust and a rich, zesty topping. These are ideal for serving alongside meals or as flavorful snacks.
To achieve the best rise, use fresh yeast and flour, and ensure the dough's environment is warm and draft-free. Finely chopping the onion prevents overpowering bites and allows even flavor distribution. Preheating the oven fully before baking ensures a consistent, golden crust.
Ingredients
Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 pack (7 grams) instant yeast
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk warm
- ¼ cup water warm
- ¼ cup olive oil
Bread Topping
- 1 yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup sesame seeds
- ¼ cup black sesame seeds
- 2 tsp Aleppo pepper
- 1/2 cup pepper paste mild
- ¼ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp oregano
Instructions
Dough Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, kosher salt, and granulated sugar.
- Gradually add the warm milk, warm water, and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until it is smooth and elastic, and no longer sticks to your hands.
- Place the dough back in the bowl, cover it with a clean cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- While the dough is rising, finely chop the onion.
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped onion, crumbled feta cheese, sesame seeds, black sesame seeds, Aleppo pepper, pepper paste, olive oil, cumin, and oregano. Mix well to create the topping mixture.
Baking the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Once the dough has risen, divide it into 12 equal pieces. Place each piece on the prepared baking sheet and press them down slightly to flatten them.
- Evenly distribute the topping mixture over each piece of dough, spreading it to cover the surface.
- Bake the topped dough in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the topping is set. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh yeast and flour for optimal dough rise and texture.
- Knead the dough until smooth and elastic; if sticky, add flour gradually until manageable.
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free environment until doubled in size for best results.
- Finely chop the onion for the topping to ensure even distribution and balanced flavor.
- Mix topping ingredients thoroughly to achieve a uniform taste and appearance on each piece.
- Preheat the oven fully to 400°F (200°C) before baking to ensure even cooking and a golden crust.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 346mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 106mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 168IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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