Spinach & Cheese Turkish Pide 🥬🧀
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups spinach (chopped)
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Dough
- In a bowl, mix warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until slightly foamy.
- Add flour, olive oil, and salt.
- Mix until a dough forms.
➡️ Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and soft.
➡️ Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
2️⃣ Prepare the Filling
- Heat a small pan with a few drops of olive oil.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
➡️ Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
➡️ Mix in most of the cheese, keeping a little for topping.
3️⃣ Shape the Pide
- Divide dough into 2 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a long oval shape.
➡️ Place spinach filling in the center.
➡️ Fold the edges inward to create the classic boat shape.
➡️ Pinch both ends tightly.
4️⃣ Add Cheese & Bake
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
🔥 Bake at 220°C / 425°F for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
➡️ The crust should look crispy and deeply golden.
5️⃣ Serve
- Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with yogurt sauce or tea. ☕
💡 Tips
- Don’t overfill the pide or it may open while baking.
- Brush crust edges with olive oil for extra shine.
- Fresh mozzarella gives the best cheesy texture.
❓Q/A
❓Can I use frozen spinach?
✅ Yes, just thaw it and squeeze out extra water first.
❓How do I keep the crust crispy?
✅ Bake on a preheated tray or pizza stone for a crispier bottom.