Pogaca (Feta Dumplings) - Turkey

40m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
1h
Ready In


"The Pogaca is a popular and favorite pastry for the Turkish people especially for commuters on their way to work or for anyone wanting a quick and healthy and tasty snack. It is also well enjoyed for breakfast or an afternoon tea."

Original is 20 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (86.7 g)
  • Calories 277.2
  • Total Fat - 17.5 g
  • Saturated Fat - 5.7 g
  • Cholesterol - 304.9 mg
  • Sodium - 282.6 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 19.5 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 0.9 g
  • Sugars - 1.3 g
  • Protein - 10.2 g
  • Calcium - 152 mg
  • Iron - 1.5 mg
  • Vitamin C - 4 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix the flour with baking soda in a bowl; set aside.

Step 2

Mix the canola oil, butter, yogurt, eggs, sour cream, sugar, and salt together in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 3

Gradually stir the flour mixture into the wet ingredients to form a soft dough.

Step 4

Knead and squeeze the dough in the bowl until it is no longer sticky, about 5 minutes. Stir the feta cheese, parsley, olive oil, and paprika together in a bowl with a fork to make a filling.

Step 5

Make each dumpling by pinching off about 2 1/2 tablespoons of dough; roll into a ball about 1 3/4 inches across between your hands, and press it into a flat circle 3 inches across on your palm.

Step 6

Spoon 1 scant tablespoon of filling into the center of the circle.

Step 7

Bring the edges of the circle together over the filling, and pinch them together to make a fat, round little stuffed dumpling.

Step 8

Set the dumplings onto the parchment paper-lined baking sheet, seam sides down.

Step 9

Beat the egg yolks in a small bowl, and brush the pogaca tops with the egg yolk. Sprinkle each with about 1/4 teaspoon of sesame seeds.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven until the tops are shiny, brown, and crackled, 20 to 30 minutes.

Tips


No special items needed.

2 Reviews

JostLori

Excellent! These were so easy to make - the dough is very forgiving. I only made 1/2 recipe, and it made 8 dumplings. Not only are they beautiful, they are super tasty. I wasn't sure how much they would raise/expand, and I think I left them a little too doughy - so next time will flatten them a little more before stuffing. We loved the flavors of the filling AND the bread. Thanks for sharing!

5.0

review by:
(30 Aug 2021)

KATO BABY

Wow Forevermama, these little gems are wonderful. I love the flavor and texture of the dough, the filling is perfect. They were quick and easy to make with lovely results. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe. Made for CQ4 - Turkey.

5.0

review by:
(5 Aug 2017)

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