If you're looking for quick and delicious weeknight meal ideas, this collection of 15 Easy International Flatbread Recipes is perfect for you. These simple yet delicious recipes are perfect for serving in a meze spread, dipping into soups and stews, or enjoying as a complete meal on their own.
Bazlama - Turkish Flatbread with Yogurt
Bazlama is a soft and fluffy Turkish Flatbread that has become more popular over the last few decades.
It is one of the oldest Turkish bread recipes, and probably the favorite of many as well.
This versatile flatbread is very easy to make and needs only a few ingredients you might already have in hand.
To learn more: Bazlama (Turkish Flatbread)
Flatbread with Meat - Kiymali Pide
Turkish Kiymali Pide is an authentic Turkish flatbread topped with ground lamb or beef mixed with peppers, onions, and tomatoes.
They are shaped in a long oval and traditionally cooked in a wood oven. The good news is that my pide recipe explains how to cook this delicious Turkish flatbread at home without needing a wood oven!
To learn more: Kiymali Pide - Turkish Flatbread with Meat
Sourdough Flatbread
You can transform your sourdough discard or mature active starter into tangy, silky smooth, and chewy sourdough flatbreads with this foolproof recipe.
With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of planning, making homemade sourdough flatbread couldn't be easier.
Use them to make wraps, and sandwiches, or simply dip them into Mutabal (Roasted Eggplant Dip), or enjoy them with a bowl of Chicken and Dumpling Soup or Sulu Kofte - Turkish Meatball Soup!
To learn more: Easy Rustic Sourdough Flatbread Recipe
Taboon - Palestinian Flatbread
Taboon is a leavened Palestinian Flatbread baked in a clay oven calledTaboon (or tannur) and traditionally served with Musakhan.
This soft and chewy flatbread is also perfect for making wraps, dipping into soups, or serving with dips and mezze.
To learn more: Taboon - Palestinian Flatbread
Keema Naan
Homemade Keema Naan Bread is the perfect combination of deliciously spiced minced lamb (lamb keema) and a soft&fluffy naan dough.
They are a great accompaniment to Indian curries (try it with Chicken Handi!), as well as dips and soups.
You can serve them for dinner and the leftovers are great for packed lunches or picnics.
To learn more: Keema Naan Bread
Greek Pita Bread
Homemade Greek Pita Bread is a soft and delicious pocket-less flatbread perfect for serving your favorite Mediterranean dishes such as Lamb Shish Kebab, Musakhan - Sumac Chicken, or Haydari (Turkish Yoghurt Dip).
They are freezer-friendly and the dough can be prepared ahead.
To learn more: Greek Pita Bread
Bullet Naan - Spicy Indian Flatbread
"Bullet Naan" is a spicy and flavorful Indian flatbread packed with a unique blend of chilies, coriander, and gooey cheese.
It pairs wonderfully with our delicious Dal Palak (Spinach Dal), Chicken Handi, Creamy Chicken Korma, and Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry, offering a delightful dipping experience with its soft, fluffy, and chewy texture.
To learn more: Bullet Naan - Spicy Indian Flatbread with Cheese
Wheat Tortilla Bread
This delicious Homemade Wheat Tortilla Bread recipe is extremely easy to make and only requires 4 simple ingredients without needing a trip to the shop.
It is soft, tastes amazing, and is perfect for making wraps with your favorite fillings.
When you learn how to make these rustic homemade wheat tortillas, you will never want to use store-bought ones again!
To learn more: Homemade Wheat Tortilla Bread
Turkish Pide Bread
Delicious, fluffy, and slightly chewy Turkish Pide Bread - Ramazan Pidesi (or Ramadan Pide) is a no-knead flatbread traditionally eaten during holy Ramadan.
This authentic Turkish Bread is best when served warm, fresh out of the oven. It is easy to prepare and it only requires a few minutes of hands-on preparation.
To learn more: Turkish Pide Bread - Ramazan Pidesi
Garlic Naan
Do you enjoy a good Indian curry occasionally?
Is the soft and buttery Garlic Tawa Naan (Indian Flatbread) one of your favorite side dishes to order in an Indian restaurant? Then look no further.
This most delicious garlic naan bread recipe will be your new favorite companion to your homemade Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani, Spicy Tandoori Chicken Recipe in Oven, Creamy Chicken Korma, or Dal Palak (Spinach Dal).
To learn more: Garlic Naan - Indian Flatbread
Manakish
Manakish (also spelled Manaqish) is a popular Middle Eastern flatbread made with a soft and fluffy dough that is typically topped with za'atar, cheese, or ground meat.
Similar to pizza or Turkish Lahmacun, this savory pastry is perfect as a make-ahead snack, brunch, or breakfast.
To learn more: Manakish with Za'atar and Cheese
Sourdough Focaccia
This Black Pepper Sourdough Focaccia bread has a crisp chewy crust, a fluffy center, and a delicious black pepper, sun-dried tomato, and rosemary topping.
It is extremely easy to make with a minimum of effort - the perfect recipe if you are just starting to work with sourdough and/or bread making.
To learn more: Black Pepper Sourdough Focaccia Bread
Gozleme - Turkish Pancakes
Gozleme, also known as Turkish Pancakes, is a delicious savory Turkish flatbread filled with a variety of ingredients like mince, cheese, spinach, or potatoes.
If you've ever traveled to Turkey or even just walked around a Turkish neighborhood, you've probably come across gozleme.
It's a popular street food in Turkey, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack.
To learn more: Gozleme (Turkish Pancakes)
Lahmacun
Homemade Turkish Lahmacun (or Lahmajun-Lahmajoun) is a super-thin crispy flatbread topped with minced beef or lamb mixed with vegetables, herbs, and spices.
You can find this popular street / fast food everywhere in Turkey, in restaurants, cafes, and fast-food shops.
To learn more: Turkish Lahmacun
Karadeniz Pidesi
Karadeniz Pidesi (or Kapali Bafra Pidesi) is a type of Turkish Pide made with a simple and delicious filling consisting of minced beef, onions, and spices.
This traditional staple Turkish dish is the perfect comfort food on a cold winter’s day as well as a hearty snack on a sunny summer’s day.
To learn more: Karadeniz Pidesi
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