Authentic Turkish Lamb Gozleme Recipe

Turkey is known for its delicious and varied cuisine. From the street food favorites like Turkish Kebab to the traditional dishes like Gozleme, the Turkish cuisine is full of flavors and textures. Gozleme is a savory Turkish flatbread filled with cheese, vegetables and meats. It is a popular street food and a great snack to have in any time of the day. In this recipe, we will be making an Authentic Turkish Lamb Gozleme.

Ingredients

500g minced lamb
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons of tomato paste
1 teaspoon of ground cumin
1 teaspoon of ground paprika
1 teaspoon of ground coriander
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons of olive oil
2 tablespoons of butter
2 cups of grated cheese
6-8 sheets of store-bought filo pastry

Instructions

1. Start by heating the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until they are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the minced lamb to the skillet and cook until the lamb is browned, about 8 minutes. Then add the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for a few minutes until the flavors have blended.

3. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

4. Lay out one of the sheets of filo pastry and spread a thin layer of the lamb filling on top. Sprinkle with grated cheese and then fold the pastry into a triangle. Continue with the remaining sheets of pastry and filling until all of the filling is used. Place the triangles on the prepared baking sheet and brush with melted butter.

5. Bake the gozleme for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is golden and crisp. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Each serving of Authentic Turkish Lamb Gozleme provides approximately:

Calories: 486 kcal
Protein: 20.4g
Carbohydrates: 32.5g
Fat: 28.8g
Fiber: 4.3g
Sugar: 2.5g

This delicious and easy to make Authentic Turkish Lamb Gozleme is a great snack for any time of the day. It is full of flavor and packed with protein and healthy fats. The filo pastry is light and crisp, and the lamb filling is savory and delicious. Enjoy this traditional Turkish dish with your family and friends!