Description
Fluffy, savory Turkish-style buns filled with a rich tomato, olive, and vegetable mixture, topped with cheese and herbs. These soft, sesame-crusted delights are perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, or a Mediterranean-inspired snack.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup warm milk (or half milk, half water)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup canned tuna or cooked shredded chicken (optional)
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Dried oregano or thyme
- 1 egg yolk, beaten
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds or dried parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm milk and olive oil. Knead into a soft dough and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Divide dough into 10 balls. Flatten each into a thick disk and place on the tray.
- Press the center of each bun to create a shallow well.
- Fill each well with tomato sauce, a sprinkle of cheese, chopped green bell pepper, red onion, optional tuna or chicken, and a sliced olive.
- Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the edges of the buns with beaten egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds or dried parsley.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can prepare the filling in advance to save time during assembly.
- These buns can be frozen after baking and reheated for quick meals.
- Experiment with different toppings like feta or sun-dried tomatoes for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
