Name: Discover the Magic of Kayseri Yağlaması: Turkey's Beloved Layered Flatbread 🇹🇷
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 500g all-purpose flour (4 full water glasses, plus extra ½ glass for kneading); 400ml warm milk (2 water glasses); 1 teaspoon salt (12g); 500g ground meat; 1 tea glass of water (for initial cooking); 3 water glasses of water (added later); 2 medium onions; 2 garlic cloves; 1 red bell pepper; 2 green peppers; 1 tablespoon red pepper paste; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 large grated tomato; 1 tea glass vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon butter; Black pepper and salt to taste; Yogurt for serving; Fresh parsley for serving

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Have you ever tasted something so comforting that it instantly transports you to a cozy Turkish kitchen? That’s exactly what happens when you bite into Kayseri Yağlaması – a traditional Turkish dish that’s pure culinary poetry! 😊

This incredible layered flatbread recipe from the beautiful city of Kayseri combines homemade soft lavash with a rich, savory meat filling that’ll make your taste buds dance with joy. Trust me, once you try this Kayseri Yağlaması, you’ll understand why Turkish families have been passing down this recipe for generations!

What Makes Kayseri Yağlaması So Special?

Kayseri Yağlaması isn’t just any ordinary flatbread – it’s a labor of love that brings families together. The name literally means “oiled/buttered from Kayseri,” and boy, does it live up to its reputation! This dish perfectly showcases the Turkish art of layering flavors and textures.

The beauty of Kayseri Yağlaması lies in its simplicity. We’re talking about tender, paper-thin lavash bread layered with a gorgeous spiced ground meat mixture. It’s comfort food at its finest, and I’m here to guide you through every delicious step! 🤗

Ingredients for Your Perfect Kayseri Yağlaması

For the Lavash Bread:

Let me share the magic formula that makes this Kayseri Yağlaması absolutely irresistible:

500g all-purpose flour (4 full water glasses, plus extra ½ glass for kneading)
400ml warm milk (2 water glasses)
1 teaspoon salt (12g)

Note: Water glass measurement = 200ml

For the Delicious Meat Filling:

This is where our Kayseri Yağlaması really shines:

500g ground meat
1 tea glass of water (for initial cooking)
3 water glasses of water (added later)
2 medium onions
2 garlic cloves
1 red bell pepper
2 green peppers
1 tablespoon red pepper paste
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 large grated tomato
1 tea glass vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
Black pepper and salt to taste

Making Your Homemade Kayseri Yağlaması: A Step-by-Step Journey

Creating the Perfect Lavash

Making authentic Kayseri Yağlaması starts with the foundation – beautiful, soft lavash bread. Here’s my tried-and-true method:

Start by combining your 4 glasses of flour with 2 glasses of warm milk in a mixing bowl. Add that teaspoon of salt and begin kneading. Don’t worry if the dough feels incredibly soft – that’s exactly what we want for our Kayseri Yağlaması!

Transfer this soft dough to your work surface and gradually incorporate about half a glass of additional flour until you can shape it properly. The dough should be smooth and pliable – this is crucial for achieving those perfect thin layers in your Kayseri Yağlaması.

Divide your dough into 15 equal portions and shape each into tight balls. Here’s a pro tip that makes all the difference: make sure the bottom of each ball is completely smooth – no wrinkles or folds! This ensures your lavash will roll out perfectly for your Kayseri Yağlaması.

The Art of Rolling and Cooking

Roll each ball into a 28×28 cm square, dusting with flour as needed. A rolling pin makes this process much easier and gives you those gorgeously thin sheets that make Kayseri Yağlaması so special.

Now comes the most important part of making Kayseri Yağlaması – the cooking technique! Use a 30×30 cm pan on your largest burner at just below the highest heat. When you place your lavash in the pan, watch for small bubbles to form, then flip immediately. You’ll see tiny balloons forming on the second side – flip again! After the third flip, the bread will puff up beautifully. Gently press the puffed areas to ensure even cooking.

Keep your cooked lavash wrapped in a clean cloth while still warm to prevent drying – remember, there’s no yeast in this recipe, so we need to keep them soft for our perfect Kayseri Yağlaması!

Preparing the Heavenly Meat Filling

The filling is what transforms simple bread into the magnificent Kayseri Yağlaması we all crave! Start by cooking your ground meat with 1 tea glass of water, stirring constantly. This technique keeps the meat from clumping and creates that perfect texture.

Once the meat is cooked, add your chopped onions, garlic, and peppers. Let these vegetables cook until tender – they’ll add amazing depth to your Kayseri Yağlaması filling.

Next, stir in both the red pepper paste and tomato paste, cooking them until fragrant. Add your grated tomato, the remaining 3 glasses of water, and season with salt and black pepper. Let this gorgeous mixture simmer until it reaches the perfect consistency for your Kayseri Yağlaması.

Assembling Your Masterpiece

Here’s where the magic of Kayseri Yağlaması truly comes alive! Layer your soft lavash with the rich meat filling, creating beautiful, flavorful layers. The recipe typically uses about 10 pieces of lavash for the perfect Kayseri Yağlaması experience.

Serving Your Kayseri Yağlaması

Traditional Kayseri Yağlaması is served with cool, creamy yogurt and fresh parsley – the perfect accompaniment to balance all those rich, savory flavors. The contrast is absolutely divine! 🌿

Why You’ll Fall in Love with Kayseri Yağlaması

What I absolutely love about this Kayseri Yağlaması recipe is how it brings people together. There’s something magical about making those delicate lavash sheets from scratch and watching them transform into something so incredibly satisfying.

This Kayseri Yağlaması recipe might seem like a project, but trust me – every minute spent is worth it when you take that first bite. The combination of soft, pillowy bread with that richly spiced meat filling is pure comfort food heaven.

So grab your apron, put on some good music, and let’s create some Kayseri Yağlaması magic in your kitchen! Your family and friends will be talking about this meal for years to come.

Afiyet olsun! (Bon appétit in Turkish!) 🍽️✨

Discover the Magic of Kayseri Yağlaması: Turkey’s Beloved Layered Flatbread 🇹🇷

What Makes Kayseri Yağlaması So Special?