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Gutap
Turkmenistan
Cook Time:
Serves:
20 - 25 Minutes
2 - 4 Servings
Ingredients
For the Dough:
• 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) water (more as needed)
For the Filling:
• 1 cup (200 g) ground lamb or beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup (100 g) finely chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup (30 g) finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt and black pepper to taste
For Cooking:
• Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation
Prepare the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Make a well in the center and add the egg and water.
Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water, a tablespoon at a time.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Filling:
In a bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, finely chopped onion, chopped spinach, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.
Mix well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Roll and Fill the Gutap:
Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a thin circle on a lightly floured surface, about 4-5 inches (10-12 cm) in diameter.
Place a spoonful of the filling on one half of each dough circle.
Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges to seal tightly. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative seal.
Cook the Gutap:
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Fry the gutap in batches, cooking each side for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the gutap from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve:
Serve the gutap hot, with plain yogurt or a dipping sauce of your choice.
Enjoy your meal!