Çörek with Olive Oil

Çörek with Olive Oil is a traditional Turkish snack that combines flaky, tender pastry with the rich flavor of olive oil. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these vegan treats are ideal for any time of day.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Warm water - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 50 ml
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Sugar - 5 grams
• Salt - 5 grams
• Sesame seeds - 20 grams
• Black cumin seeds - 5 grams

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and the yeast mixture.
3. Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 1 cm thick.
7. Place the rolled dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops generously with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds and black cumin seeds.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil that support heart health.
• Contains protein and fiber which can aid in digestion.

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