Turkish Bread

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Turkish Bread (Tava Bread with Garlic Butter)

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 500g (3½ cups) all-purpose flour
• 150ml lukewarm milk
• 150ml lukewarm water
• 2 tbsp active dry yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp black seeds (optional)

For Garlic Butter Topping:

• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• ½ tsp paprika

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

1. In a small bowl, mix lukewarm water, lukewarm milk, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy (proofing the yeast).
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, olive oil, and black seeds.
3. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

2. Shape and Cook the Bread:

1. Divide the dough into 8-12 equal portions, depending on desired size.
2. Roll each portion into a circle or oval, about ¼-inch thick.
3. Heat a tawa (griddle) or heavy pan over medium-high heat.
4. Place rolled dough on the hot pan. When small bubbles appear, flip it.
5. As larger bubbles form, flip again and gently press with a spatula to help it puff up.
6. Cook until both sides are done.

3. Make Garlic Butter:

1. In a small pan, melt butter over low heat.
2. Add chopped garlic and sauté until lightly golden.
3. Turn off the heat and mix in parsley and paprika.

4. Finish & Serve:

• Brush the hot bread with garlic butter and serve warm.
• Perfect with soups, dips, or as a side for kebabs!