Potatoes, which are generally used in juicy dishes and salads in Turkish cuisine, are also used as a basic ingredient in gluten-free diets with their intense starch content. It can be preferred as a different alternative at breakfast tables and tea times. Enjoy your meal!
Wash the potatoes and make a few longitudinal scratches with a knife. Add enough cold water to cover them and boil them until they are soft. Remove from the fire by inserting a sharp knife and checking if it is cooked.
Wash the boiled potatoes, peel them while they are hot without cooling (on a kitchen cloth) and put them in a deep bowl.
Peel the onions and finely chop them. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in the pan and fry the onions until they turn pink and set aside.
Add 3 spoons of butter, salt, baking powder, freshly ground black pepper and turmeric to the boiled potatoes and mash well with a masher or fork.
Wash and remove the stems of the parsley and finely chop it. Crumble the fat-free feta cheese (you can use sour or curd cheese).
When the potatoes are warm, add 2 beaten eggs. Add the roasted onions, cheese and parsley and mix all the ingredients well.
Grease a 30 cm baton (rectangular) cake tin by rubbing it with your hand with 1 spoon of butter. Sprinkle black cumin seeds on the sides and bottom of the mold.
Preheat your oven at 180-190 degrees.
Pour the cake mix into the mould, spread it with a spoon or spatula and smooth the top. Bake in the middle of the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes without opening the door.
Remove the baked cake and leave it at room temperature until it cools. Turn it upside down and remove it from the mold. Serve by slicing, warm or cold, preferably garnished with tomato and cucumber slices. Enjoy your meal!
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Potatoes:
Potatoes are a rich source of complex carbohydrates providing energy, Vitamin C, and potassium. Their fiber content contributes to digestive health and provides a feeling of satiety. Potassium, vital for regulating blood pressure, makes them important for overall body functions. They pair well with meat, chicken, fish, eggs, cheese, and many vegetables, suitable for various cooking methods like baking, boiling, frying, and mashing.
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.
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.
Baking Powder:
Baking powder is a leavening agent typically composed of sodium bicarbonate and an acid, giving baked goods their rise. While it offers no direct nutritional benefits, its sodium bicarbonate content can provide temporary relief from heartburn and indigestion, and even support oral hygiene as a gargle. However, excessive consumption leads to high sodium intake. It pairs wonderfully with flour, sugar, dairy products, eggs, and fruits; it's indispensable in cakes, cookies, and bread.
Dry Onion:
Dry onion is a kitchen staple and a powerful antioxidant source. Its quercetin content helps protect the body against free radicals, reduces inflammation, and may support heart health. Rich in Vitamins C and B6, and manganese, it strengthens the immune system. Its prebiotic fibers contribute to digestive health. It is widely used in dishes ranging from meat dishes to vegetable sautés, pilafs, and soups. It pairs perfectly with garlic, tomatoes, peppers, and red meat.
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.
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.
Turmeric:
Turmeric, thanks to its curcumin content, offers powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It supports joint health, improves digestion, and may contribute to cognitive functions. To enhance its bioavailability, it is recommended to use it with black pepper, and for a synergy of flavor and benefit, with ginger or coconut oil.
Black Pepper:
Black pepper, a kitchen staple, offers not just flavor but also significant health benefits. Thanks to piperine, its active compound, it boasts powerful antioxidant properties, helping to combat free radicals. It can stimulate the digestive system, enhancing nutrient absorption and notably increasing the bioavailability of curcumin found in turmeric. Additionally, it's effective in reducing gas and bloating. It also has a mild metabolism-boosting effect. With a wide range of uses from red meats to poultry, vegetable dishes to soups, it pairs excellently. It harmonizes perfectly with spices like cumin and coriander, as well as ingredients like lemon and garlic, adding depth to dishes.
Salt:
Salt is an essential mineral that adds unique flavor to dishes and serves as a natural preservative. It provides vital electrolyte balance for the body's water regulation, nerve, and muscle functions. It pairs perfectly with spices, herbs, and oils, enriching the taste of every meal. An indispensable part of every table.
Black Cumin:
Black Seed (Nigella Sativa), with its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, supports the immune system, improves digestive health, and benefits respiratory ailments. It helps reduce inflammation in the body. It may also contribute to balancing blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Its intense and slightly bitter flavor pairs wonderfully with ingredients like honey, lemon, turmeric, and olive oil.
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