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No-Oven Turkish Bread (Bazlama-Style) – Soft, Puffy & Easy

Soft and puffy Turkish flatbread made on the stovetop. No oven needed for this easy Bazlama recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Bread, Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Turkish
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water 110°F / 43°C
  • 2 tbsp olive oil plus extra for cooking
  • Optional toppings sesame seeds or nigella seeds

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

  1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix into a soft dough.
  3. Knead dough on floured surface 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
  4. Divide dough into 6 pieces. Roll each into a ball, flatten into ½ inch thick rounds. Add seeds if desired.
  5. Heat skillet over medium. Brush lightly with olive oil. Cook each bread 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  6. Transfer bread to towel-covered plate to keep soft. Serve warm.

Notes

Bread keeps soft for 1–2 days in a sealed container. Reheat lightly on stovetop.