Köfte with Pide

Köfte with Pide is a delightful Turkish dish featuring spiced meatballs served atop a soft, oven-baked flatbread. This kosher rendition combines the rich flavors of seasoned beef with a fluffy pide, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (kosher) - 300 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Flour - 200 grams
• Yeast - 5 grams
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Warm water - 120 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon for dough
• Sesame seeds - for topping (optional)

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Form into small meatballs (about 5 cm in diameter) and set aside.
2. In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and the yeast mixture. Knead until a smooth dough forms, about 5-7 minutes. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for 30 minutes in a warm place.
4. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
5. Roll the dough into two oval shapes (about 1 cm thick) and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Optionally, sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
6. Using your fingers, make an indent in the center of the dough. Place the köfte meatballs on top of each pide, pressing gently to secure them.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the köfte and pide, then bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the dough is golden and the meat is cooked through.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your köfte with pide warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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