Nevşehir Potato Bread

Ingredients

• 2 medium potatoes, grated
• 300 g whole wheat flour (or gluten‑free flour blend)
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp instant yeast
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (vegan alternative to honey)
• 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Place the grated potatoes in a sieve and squeeze out excess moisture.

2. 2

   In a large bowl combine flour, salt, yeast and oregano.

3. 3

   Add the warm water, olive oil and maple syrup, mix, then fold in the potatoes.

4. 4

   Knead the dough for 10‑15 minutes, cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 200°C, shape the dough on parchment and bake for 25‑30 minutes until golden.

Note. For a softer crumb, let the dough rise a second time before baking.