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Homemade unleavened Turkish flatbread served on a wooden board

Unleavened Turkish Flatbread

This delightful flatbread is quick, uncomplicated, and unbelievably tasty. Perfect for soups, dips, or as a vehicle for your favorite toppings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces gluten-free flour blend (about 1 ½ cups, add ¼ tsp xanthan gum if not in your blend)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2/3 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for pan)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients (flour and salt) and mix to combine.
  2. Slowly pour in the warm water to form a dough. You can use a paddle attachment on a stand mixer, or just get in there with your hands!
  3. Add the olive oil and start kneading until the dough is very soft and smooth. Switch to a dough hook if you prefer or keep kneading by hand.
  4. Cover the dough tightly in plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for a minimum of 5 hours, or up to 24 hours.
  5. Once the dough has rested, divide it into 10 equal pieces and cover them with a towel. Let them rest on the counter for about 15 minutes.
  6. Lightly dust your counter and each ball with gluten-free flour. Roll the dough as thin as possible without tearing it, adding flour as needed.
  7. Lightly brush your skillet or cast-iron pan with oil.
Cooking
  1. Cook the rolled flatbreads on medium-high heat until they turn a lovely golden brown—about 2 minutes per side. Don’t forget to add more oil if needed!
  2. Remove from heat and keep wrapped in a kitchen towel until ready to serve.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze and they’ll last for up to three months. Reheat on a skillet for the freshly made taste.