Gözleme with Caramelized Onion and Goat’s Cheese Recipe
Introduction
Gözleme is a delicious Turkish flatbread stuffed with caramelized onions and creamy goats cheese. This savory treat is perfect for a quick lunch or an easy dinner that feels special. With a crispy exterior and a gooey filling, it’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 300 g all purpose flour
- 140 ml water
- 20 ml olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 large red onions, finely sliced
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 150 g goats cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Stir with a wooden spoon or your hands, then knead the dough until it forms a soft, pliable ball.
- Step 2: Cover the dough with clingfilm or plastic wrap and set aside while you prepare the filling.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced red onions and cook on low to medium heat for 10 minutes until softened.
- Step 4: Add the balsamic vinegar and sugar to the onions. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes, then turn off the heat and let the mixture cool.
- Step 5: Knead the dough briefly for 30 seconds, then divide it into 6 equal pieces. Keep 5 pieces covered with a damp tea towel or plastic wrap to prevent drying.
- Step 6: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out one piece of dough into a thin circle about 20 cm in diameter.
- Step 7: Spread one-sixth of the onion mixture over half of the dough circle. Sprinkle with crumbled goats cheese, then fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges to seal the flatbread.
- Step 8: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Cook two flatbreads at a time, 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 9: Brush the cooked flatbreads with olive oil on both sides, then remove from the pan. Repeat with the remaining flatbreads.
- Step 10: Serve warm and enjoy your homemade gözleme.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to the onion filling.
- Substitute feta cheese for goats cheese if preferred.
- If the dough feels sticky, sprinkle a little more flour while kneading and rolling out.
- Serve with a side of yogurt or a fresh salad to balance the richness.
Storage
Store leftover gözleme in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a dry frying pan over medium heat for a few minutes each side until warmed through and crisp again. Avoid microwaving to keep the flatbreads from becoming soggy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough a day in advance and keep it wrapped tightly in the refrigerator. Let it come to room temperature before rolling and filling.
Can I freeze gözleme?
Absolutely. Freeze cooked gözleme in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag once solid. Reheat in a pan or oven directly from frozen.
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Gözleme with Caramelized Onion and Goat’s Cheese Recipe
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 flatbreads 1x
Description
Gözleme is a traditional Turkish flatbread filled with a delicious mixture of caramelized red onions and creamy goats cheese. This recipe involves making a soft and pliable dough, preparing a rich onion filling with balsamic vinegar and sugar for sweetness, then cooking the filled flatbreads on a stovetop skillet until golden and crisp. Perfect as a savory snack or light meal, these stuffed flatbreads combine sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Dough
- 300 g all purpose flour
- 140 ml water
- 20 ml olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
Filling
- 3 large red onions (finely sliced)
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 150 g goats cheese (crumbled)
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all purpose flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Stir the mixture using a wooden spoon or your hands until a dough begins to form, then knead it thoroughly until you achieve a soft but pliable ball of dough.
- Rest the Dough: Cover the dough ball with clingfilm or plastic wrap to prevent drying and set it aside while you prepare the filling.
- Prepare the Filling: Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the finely sliced red onions and cook them over low to medium heat for about 10 minutes until softened. Then stir in the balsamic vinegar followed by the sugar. Continue frying for another 3 to 5 minutes until the onions are caramelized and flavorful. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool.
- Divide the Dough: Knead the rested dough briefly for about 30 seconds, then divide it into 6 equal pieces. Keep 5 pieces covered with a damp tea towel or plastic wrap to prevent drying out while you work on one at a time.
- Roll out the Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll one piece of dough into a thin circular wrapper approximately 20 cm in diameter.
- Fill and Seal: Spread about 1/6 of the cooled onion mixture onto one half of the rolled dough. Sprinkle crumbled goats cheese evenly over the onions. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and pinch the edges firmly to seal the flatbread into a parcel. Repeat this process with the remaining dough pieces and filling.
- Cook the Flatbreads: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Place two stuffed gozleme flatbreads in the pan and cook each side for 3 to 5 minutes until the surfaces are patchy golden brown and cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the gozleme from the pan and brush both sides with olive oil for extra flavor and shine. Repeat cooking with the remaining flatbreads. Serve warm and enjoy this delicious Turkish treat!
Notes
- Ensure the dough is soft but not sticky; adjust flour or water slightly if needed.
- Caramelizing the onions slowly on low heat enhances their sweetness and flavor.
- Rolling the dough thinly helps achieve a crisp outer layer when cooked.
- You can substitute goats cheese with feta cheese if preferred.
- The flatbreads can be kept warm in a low oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Flatbread
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Turkish
Keywords: Gözleme, Turkish flatbread, caramelized onion, goats cheese, stuffed flatbread, savory pastry, traditional Turkish recipe
