KATLAMA - Grandma Rose Making Delicious Azerbaijani Desserts! Village Life

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: none

Greek yogurt is higher in protein and creaminess.

onions

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: none

Shallots provide a milder flavor.

Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and add to the flour mixture.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Roll out the dough into a large circle.

Spread softened butter over the surface of the dough.

Sprinkle chopped onions and ground meat evenly on top.

Season with black pepper, cumin, and cilantro.

Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape.

Seal the edges by pressing firmly.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the katlama until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Brush with melted butter before serving.

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