Pogaca Recipe (Farmers Bread)
Description:
Pogaca, a delightful Turkish specialty, serves as a warm and savory appetizer or accompaniment to meals, akin to bread. Its allure lies in its flaky layers and the option to fill it with various ingredients. Particularly enticing is the version filled with luscious sour cream, elevating its taste to a delectable treat.
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 3767.4
- Fat Content: 60.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 26.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 55.9mg
- Sodium Content: 24.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 692.9g
- Fiber Content: 24.5g
- Sugar Content: 2.5g
- Protein Content: 93.8g
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup plain flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 fresh yeast cake (or equivalent)
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 1/3 cups additional plain flour (for kneading)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- Begin by rubbing fat into 1-1/2 pounds of plain flour.
- Add salt and fresh yeast cake, previously dissolved in a little lukewarm water. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
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Knead the Dough:
- Knead the dough well, occasionally sprinkling it with the remaining plain flour. The dough should reach a consistency that is neither too stiff nor too soft.
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Shape the Dough:
- Roll out the dough into a round shape, similar in size to a baking dish.
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Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Oil or grease and flour the baking dish, ensuring the dough won’t stick. Place the shaped dough into the prepared dish.
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Let it Rise:
- Cover the dough and allow it to rise for approximately 15 minutes, allowing it to develop flavor and texture.
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Prick and Brush (Optional):
- Using a fork, prick the surface of the dough starting 1 inch from the edge, creating evenly spaced circles.
- For added richness and color, brush the dough with egg yolk if desired.
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Bake the Pogaca:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bake the pogaca in the hot oven for about 1 hour, until it achieves a golden brown hue.
- Midway through baking, reduce the oven temperature to moderate heat to ensure even cooking.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked, remove the pogaca from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
- Cut the pogaca into long, narrow strips, presenting it beautifully for serving.
Recipe Yield:
- 1 loaf of scrumptious pogaca
Keywords:
Breads, Grains, Turkish Cuisine, Southwest Asian Cuisine, Asian Recipes, Weeknight Meals, Oven Baking, Quick and Easy, < 4 Hours
Indulge in the delightful flavors and textures of this Turkish pogaca recipe, perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring as a comforting treat on your own. With its buttery layers and customizable fillings, it’s sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy the warm aroma that fills your kitchen as you bake this delicious farmers bread to perfection! 🥖🍽️✨