Turkish Ramadan Pide Bread
(Easy Ramazan Pidesi Recipe)
Ramadan pide is a traditional Turkish flatbread known for its soft texture and golden, slightly crispy crust. This homemade version is easy to make and perfect for iftar meals or everyday baking.
With a light and airy dough and a signature topping of sesame and nigella seeds, this bread is both simple and delicious.
Ingredients
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500 g flour
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400 ml water
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5 g instant dry yeast
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tsp salt
Topping Mixture (“Glaze”):
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1 tsp flour
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100 ml boiling water
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3 tbsp cold water
For Topping:
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Sesame seeds
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Nigella seeds
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Olive oil
For Baking:
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Breadcrumbs
👩🍳 How to Make Ramadan Pide
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Mix yeast, sugar, and warm water (around 42–43°C) and let it activate for 10–15 minutes.
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Add the mixture to flour and knead into a dough.
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Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.
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Add salt and knead again, then let it rise for about 1 hour.
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Gently stretch the dough using olive oil.
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Prepare the glaze by mixing flour, boiling water, and cold water.
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Spread the glaze over the dough.
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Sprinkle sesame and nigella seeds on top.
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Preheat oven to 250°C (482°F).
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Sprinkle breadcrumbs on baking paper and place the dough on a hot tray.
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Place a heatproof dish with boiling water in the oven for steam.
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After 5 minutes, remove the water to help the crust crisp.
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Bake for 10–15 minutes until golden.
🔥 Tips for Best Results
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Use steam for a softer interior
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Remove water for a crispy crust
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Don’t skip the glaze for authentic texture
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Bake in a fully preheated oven
Variations
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Add olive oil to dough for extra softness
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Use different seeds on top
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Make smaller individual pides
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Add herbs for flavor
Storage
Best served fresh.
Can be reheated in the oven.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Soft and fluffy inside
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Crispy golden crust
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Easy homemade bread
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Perfect for iftar meals
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Made with simple ingredients