Description
Savory Turkish Pide brings Mediterranean flavors dancing across your plate with spicy lamb and creamy feta nestled in golden, crisp dough. Drizzled yogurt sauce completes this irresistible culinary journey, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (1 lb / 453 grams) ground lamb
Aromatics and Spices:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Cheese and Herbs:
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Dough and Sauce:
- 1 pound (1 lb / 453 grams) pizza dough
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a scorching 450F (230C), preparing for a culinary adventure.
- Sizzle ground lamb in a large skillet over medium heat until it transforms into a rich, caramel-brown landscape, releasing its robust flavors.
- Introduce finely chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the lamb, creating a symphony of aromatic spices. Allow the mixture to dance and meld together for 5 minutes.
- Extinguish the heat and fold in crumbled feta cheese and vibrant chopped parsley, infusing the mixture with tangy and fresh notes.
- Gently stretch and roll the pizza dough into an elegant oval shape on a baking sheet, creating a canvas for the flavorful topping.
- Lavishly distribute the spiced lamb mixture across the dough, ensuring an even, tempting coverage.
- Slide the pide into the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 15-20 minutes until the crust achieves a golden, crispy perfection.
- Whisk together Greek yogurt, bright lemon juice, and smooth olive oil in a small bowl, crafting a silky, refreshing sauce.
- Unveil the hot pide, generously drizzle with the yogurt sauce, slice, and savor the harmonious blend of flavors.
Notes
- Maximize lamb flavor by using freshly ground lamb with a good fat content around 20-25% for juicier, more flavorful results.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting cayenne pepper quantity, perfect for those who prefer milder or spicier dishes.
- Enhance dough texture by brushing olive oil around edges before baking, creating a crispy golden-brown crust that adds delightful crunch.
- Transform into vegetarian version by replacing lamb with roasted eggplant, mushrooms, or lentils while maintaining authentic Turkish flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 710 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg