What is Gozleme?
Gozleme is a savoury Turkish flatbread that is stuffed with a variety of different toppings. The dough is a simple one - made with water, yeast, salt, olive oil, sugar and flour.
How do you pronounce Gozleme?
The pronunciation of Gozleme is heavily debated. In Turkish, the phonetic pronunciation is goh-z-leh-may. There is also a slight ‘j’ sound to the ‘z’.
What other fillings go in Gozleme?
Traditionally, other popular Gozleme fillings include ground mince, onions, capsicum, and mushrooms. You can try out a bunch of recipes to decide which ones are your favourites. Here are some of our favourites:
Beef and spinach gozleme
Lamb, silverbeet and feta gozleme
Lamb gozleme one pan pie
I have too much dough, what should I do with it?
Great news! Dough can last up to 4 months in the freezer. Some of our team actually like to prepare too much dough so that next time they’re craving this delicious dish, they have dough ready to go!
Do I have to use olive oil?
A great substitute that I recommend everyone tries is rice bran oil! This versatile oil is has some fantastic health benefits as it is high in antioxidants and cholesterol-lowering plant sterols.
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Gozleme contains the nutrients your body needs daily. Rich with proteins, it balances your insulin level after the meal. Vitamin A supports your eye health. Vitamin C supports your immune system.
What is gözleme dough made of? ›
The Gozleme dough
Gozleme pastry is possible the easiest flatbread in the world because: it's traditionally made without yeast; only requires 4 ingredients: flour, olive oil, salt and water. “dump and mix” job using a stand mixer or food processor.
How many calories are in 100g of gözleme? ›
Other sizes: 1 serving - 237kcal, 100 g - 190kcal, more...
Is gozleme high carb? ›
Urban Eats Turkish Style Gozleme Feta & Spinach (1 serving) contains 82g total carbs, 82g net carbs, 28g fat, 32g protein, and 710 calories.
Is spinach and feta good for you? ›
Hello, Healthy Spinach
You can make this omelet safer if you're pregnant by making it with feta made from pasteurized milk. Iron, which essential for hemoglobin production. Calcium, Potassium, and Magnesium, which are used to keep your bones strong, and your muscles and nervous system functioning, among other things.
Is gözleme a breakfast food? ›
Originally a breakfast item or light homemade snack, the comfort food nature of gözleme has allowed it to achieve fast-food status in Turkey in the latter part of the twentieth century, with both simple and gourmet preparations ranging from the traditional (e.g. sauteed minced beef and onion, "kıymalı"; spinach and ...
What is gözleme in English? ›
Gözleme is a traditional Turkish pastry. It is made of thin layers of dough that are filled with toppings and cooked. The dough is usually made with flour, salt and water. The name comes from the Turkish word közleme, meaning "to grill or cook on embers".
What's the difference between pide and gözleme? ›
Originating from Turkey, Pide is an oval-shaped flatbread baked with various combinations of toppings or stuffings. You could say it's a cousin of Gozleme, only Pide dough is fluffier and more bread-like. Spiced mince meat (Kiymali Pide) is common, as are versions with spinach, and also Turkish beef sausage (sujuk).
Is gözleme like quesadilla? ›
Gozleme looks like a quesadilla but it's light, buttery and delicious. Also known as Turkish meatballs, they are a blend of beef and lamb and are juicy, light, and flavorful. This Turkish sandwich filled with salami, pepperoni, kasar cheese and tomato, is a local Çesme specialty so we had one when we were in Alaçati.
Who invented gözleme? ›
The Origin of Gözleme date back thousands of years in Turkey. It's an ideal street snack. Back home in Turkey, its common to see Gözleme vendors, often older women sitting in the markets and shop windows rolling their dough on large round wooden boards.
Fat has the highest calorie per gram of any macronutrient from food, which is 9 calories per gram. So, 9 calories x 100 grams = 900 calories. You can get that from powdered oils (like dehydrated olive oil). Water is in both oil and butter, which would make them slightly less calorically dense.
Is Turkish food high in calories? ›
Because most Turkish dishes are made with fresh, natural ingredients they are typically low in calories. Some key nutrients found in Turkish cuisine include: Protein: Turkish cuisine includes a variety of protein sources, such as beans, lentils, and grilled meats.
How many calories are in spinach and feta spanakopita? ›
Spanakopita (spinich pie with feta cheese) (1 each - approx 3" x 2") contains 16.5g total carbs, 14.5g net carbs, 23.4g fat, 8.3g protein, and 305 calories.
How many calories are in 40g of Danish feta cheese? ›
Nutritional benefits of feta
A 40g serving of feta provides: 100 Kcal / 415 KJ. 6.2g Protein. 8.1g Fat.
