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Açma & Poğaça

Açma

  • Texture & Flavor: Açma is soft, fluffy, and buttery, with a slightly sweet and rich taste. Its tender, airy crumb and delicate, golden-brown crust make it irresistible.
  • Shape: Typically shaped into a ring or twisted form.
  • Serving Suggestions: Açma is perfect on its own or paired with butter, cheese, olives, jam, or chocolate spread. It’s a versatile pastry that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.

Poğaça

  • Texture & Flavor: Poğaça is a soft, crumbly pastry with a more compact and slightly doughy texture compared to Açma. It can be plain or stuffed with various fillings, such as:
    • Cheese (Beyaz Peynir or Kaşar Cheese)
    • Potatoes
    • Olives
    • Minced meat or spinach
  • Shape: Typically round or oval, with a smooth and golden exterior, often brushed with egg yolk for a shiny finish.
  • Serving Suggestions: Poğaça is a savory pastry, perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as an on-the-go snack.

Both Açma and Poğaça are staples in Turkish bakeries and are often enjoyed fresh with a hot cup of tea. Whether you prefer the buttery softness of Açma or the hearty, savory fillings of Poğaça, these pastries are sure to satisfy!

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