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A delicious baked local delicacy made with various fresh herbs unique to the Mugla region and a pastry-like dough.
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Cuisine
Caykama pastry is one of the most important representatives of rural cuisine throughout Mugla, especially in the Milas district. Its filling contains wild herbs unique to the Aegean coasts of Turkey, such as nettle, fennel, and chard. You can find this pastry, prepared with a liquid-textured dough, freshly baked in the local producer markets located on the Map.
Ingredients
- 500 g mixed Aegean herbs (chard, nettle, fennel)
- 2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 bowl curd cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup water
Preparation
- Clean and finely chop the herbs, rub lightly with salt, squeeze out the excess water, and mix with cheese.
- Whisk flour, water, eggs, and a small amount of olive oil until it reaches a smooth, fluid cake batter consistency.
- Pour half of the batter into a greased baking tray and spread the herb mixture evenly on top.
- Pour the remaining batter over the herbs, drizzle with olive oil, and bake in the oven until golden brown.
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