It is extremely easy to make, but also a very economical and delicious breakfast. Moreover, it provides the opportunity to evaluate shredded phyllo and cracked cheese. This practical recipe, also called bottom top pastry, is a candidate to be indispensable for your breakfasts. Bon Appetit!
Set one of the phyllo to one side without splitting it. Roughly chop the other one (you can add the remaining pieces of phyllo from the pastries you made) with your hands.
Crack the eggs into a deep mixing bowl. Add milk, olive oil, soda, salt and pepper and mix well. Add the shredded phyllo to the mortar and mix.
Mix the crumbled white cheese or curd cheese, salt, black pepper, chili flakes, finely chopped parsley leaves with the dough.
Grease a suitable pan with butter. Apply the oil to the sides of the pan as well. Place the whole and solid phyllo in the middle and hang it from the edges. Take the prepared mortar in the middle of the dough, flatten it, fold the overhanging parts and close it.
Take the pan on low heat, cover it with a lid and fry it for 10 minutes. When the bottom turns pink (you can lift it from the edge with a knife and check), turn it upside down with a lid or a flat tray.
Remove the pan from the heat and grease it again with the remaining oil. Slide the pastry that you turned upside down into the pan, close the lid and cook for another 10 minutes in a controlled manner until golden brown.
Before serving, put the pastry on the fire without a lid, heat it for 1-2 minutes and transfer it to the serving plate. You can cut your pastry into triangles and garnish with cherry tomatoes and parsley leaves. Bon Appetit!
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Phyllo Dough:
Yufka is a very thin, unleavened dough made from flour, water, and salt. It's indispensable in Turkish cuisine, forming the base for many dishes like börek, gözleme, and baklava. Due to its high carbohydrate content, it provides quick and sustainable energy to the body. When made from whole wheat flour, it becomes rich in fiber, aiding digestion, and contains B vitamins. It pairs wonderfully with ingredients like cheese, spinach, minced meat, and potatoes.
Feta Cheese:
White Cheese (Beyaz Peynir), a staple of Turkish breakfasts, supports bone and dental health with its rich calcium content. Its fermented nature makes it easily digestible and it may contain probiotics, contributing to gut flora. It is a high-quality protein source. It pairs excellently with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, fresh mint, and watermelon. It finds widespread use in Mediterranean cuisine, from salads to pastries.
Butter:
Butter is a rich, flavorful fat derived from milk. It contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K2, along with healthy fatty acids, serving as an energy source. It's easily digestible. Butter enhances the taste of meals and rice dishes, is spread on bread, or used in sauces. It's indispensable for breakfast tables and various recipes.
Olive Oil:
Olive oil, especially in its extra virgin form, is a powerful source of health benefits due to its high content of polyphenol antioxidants and monounsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid). It supports heart health by helping to lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and raise good cholesterol (HDL). With its anti-inflammatory properties, it reduces inflammation in the body, prevents cell damage, and provides protection against chronic diseases. It supports the digestive system and contributes to skin health. An indispensable part of Mediterranean cuisine, it pairs wonderfully with salads, vegetable dishes, fish, legumes, and fresh bread.
Milk:
Milk is rich in calcium and Vitamin D, supporting bone and teeth health. Its high-quality protein content is crucial for muscle development. B vitamins (B2, B12) contribute to energy metabolism and support nervous system health. It also contains components that strengthen the immune system. It pairs wonderfully with coffee, cereals, fruits, honey, or cocoa. It forms an indispensable base for many sweet and savory recipes.
Sparkling Water:
Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) neutralizes stomach acid, alleviating indigestion and reflux. Used as a mouthwash, it eliminates bad odors and gently cleans teeth. It also helps soothe skin irritations and insect bites. Typically consumed or applied mixed with water. It reacts with acidic substances like lemon juice or vinegar, making it effective in cleaning too.
Egg:
Eggs are a highly bioavailable protein source, essential for muscle growth and repair. Rich in B12, Vitamin D, selenium, and choline, they support brain function, nervous system health, and energy production. Lutein and zeaxanthin pigments aid eye health, reducing the risk of age-related macular degeneration. Despite their cholesterol content, eggs typically don't adversely affect blood cholesterol in most healthy individuals. A breakfast staple, eggs pair wonderfully with various ingredients like cheese, spinach, mushrooms, avocado, and whole-wheat bread.
Parsley:
Parsley is a powerful antioxidant source that supports bone health and plays a crucial role in blood clotting due to its Vitamin K content. Its Vitamin C content strengthens immunity. Rich in flavonoids like apigenin, it can help reduce inflammation. It is also a natural diuretic. It pairs perfectly with lemon, garlic, and olive oil; adding a refreshing flavor to fish, chicken, soups, and salads.
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