Malatya Babuko
Quick answer
Malatya Babuko is prepared by chopping homemade bread and mixing it with garlic yogurt and spiced butter. It is a hearty and unique Anatolian delicacy.
- Total time
- 55 dk
- Servings
- 4
- Calories (est.)
- ~420 kcal
- Difficulty
- orta
Malatya Babuko · babuko recipe · turkish regional food
55 dk · 4 servings · 420 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tsp salt
- Warm water (as needed)
- 2 cups yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic
- 150 grams butter
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
Method
- Mix flour, salt, and warm water in a bowl to knead a firm dough.
- Divide the dough into balls and roll them out on a floured surface to pan size.
- Cook the rolled flatbreads on both sides in a hot skillet without drying them out too much.
- Chop the cooked flatbreads into small cubes and place them on a serving platter.
- Mince the garlic, mix it with yogurt, and pour it over the chopped bread.
- Melt butter in a small pan, sizzle the red pepper flakes, pour over the dish, and serve hot.
For extra texture, you can lightly toast the chopped bread in the oven before adding the yogurt.
FAQ
Which region is Babuko from?
It is one of the most famous and beloved pastry dishes of the Malatya cuisine.
Can regular bread be used instead of Babuko bread?
To achieve the traditional flavor, homemade plain flatbread is strongly recommended.
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