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Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme

Kim CarukUpdated 29 September 2023★★★★☆4.3 (45 ratings)
  • Ready in 30m
  • 6 g net carbs
  • 435 kcal
  • Serves 4
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Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)

Gozlemes are one of our family treasures, filled with many fond memories as they have been passed down through several generations. This recipe reminds me of family, laughter and love, through not only its rich history but the reminiscent flavours of my childhood.

This was one meal I wasn’t prepared to give up when changing to a ketogenic diet, I just knew I had to come up with a way to make these into a keto compliant meal and you better believe it when I say these are incredibly easy to make and are definitely drool-worthy! Not only are these keto and low-carb but also nut-free!

How to Swap Coconut Flour for Almond Flour

To swap coconut flour for almond flour, simply use 1 1/2 cups (150 g/ 5.3 oz) of almond flour for every 1/3 cup (40 g/ 1.4 oz) coconut flour.

Step-by-step

  1. Prepare filling by browning the beef in a non stick skillet (cast iron will work too), add all dried herbs and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

    Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)

  2. Stir through the tomato paste. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.

  3. In a separate bowl fold together the cooled beef, shredded spinach leaves and crumbled feta cheese. Set aside while preparing pastry.

    Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)

  4. To make the keto pastry, add grated cheese to a microwave safe bowl, heat in 30 second bursts until melted. Stirring in between each burst of heat.

  5. Place melted cheese into a food processor along with the remaining pastry ingredients. Pulse until pastry forms a smooth dough. Remove from the food processor and divide into 4 equal balls.

    Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)

  6. To assemble the Gozlemes, roll each ball in between 2 sheets of parchment paper, into a rectangle shape.

  7. Divide the cooled filling in the centre of each pastry sheet. Start by folding the bottom and top edges overfilling.

    Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)

  8. Then fold the side edges over to completely encase filling. Repeat with remaining pastry sheets.

    Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)

  9. Heat oil over medium heat in a non-stick skillet, lightly fry each gozleme until golden, turn and cook on the remaining side. Alternatively, you can place gozlemes on a baking tray, lined with baking paper, and cook in the oven for 5-10 minutes at 180 °C/ 355 °F (fan assisted), or 200 °C/ 400 °F (conventional) or until lightly golden.

    Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)

  10. Slice and optionally serve with full-fat yogurt or sour cream. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Eat warm by gently warming up in the oven or microwave or cold.

    Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme (low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free)
Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme

Recipe

Keto Turkish Beef Gozleme

★★★★☆4.3 (45 ratings)

A tasty low-carb take on a traditional Turkish flatbread with fragrant herb, beef, spinach and feta filling.

Hands on
25m
Overall
30m
Servings
4
6 g
Net carbs
30 g
Protein
30.4 g
Fat
435
kcal
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Ingredients makes 4 servings

  • Filling:
  • Pastry:

Instructions

  1. Prepare filling by browning the beef in a non stick skillet (cast iron will work too), add all dried herbs and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  2. Stir through the tomato paste. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.

  3. In a separate bowl fold together the cooled beef, shredded spinach leaves and crumbled feta cheese. Set aside while preparing pastry.

  4. To make the keto pastry, add grated cheese to a microwave safe bowl, heat in 30 second bursts until melted. Stirring in between each burst of heat.

  5. Place melted cheese into a food processor along with the remaining pastry ingredients. Pulse until pastry forms a smooth dough. Remove from the food processor and divide into 4 equal balls.

  6. To assemble the Gozlemes, roll each ball in between 2 sheets of parchment paper, into a rectangle shape.

  7. Divide the cooled filling in the centre of each pastry sheet. Start by folding the bottom and top edges overfilling.

  8. Then fold the side edges over to completely encase filling. Repeat with remaining pastry sheets.

  9. Heat oil over medium heat in a non-stick skillet, lightly fry each gozleme until golden, turn and cook on the remaining side. Alternatively, you can place gozlemes on a baking tray, lined with baking paper, and cook in the oven for 5-10 minutes at 180 °C/ 355 °F (fan assisted), or 200 °C/ 400 °F (conventional) or until lightly golden.

  10. Slice and optionally serve with full-fat yogurt or sour cream. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Eat warm by gently warming up in the oven or microwave or cold.

Nutrition per serving, 1 gozleme

Carbs 6%Protein 29%Fat 65% of calories

Net carbs
6 g
Total carbs
8.5 g
Fiber
2.5 g
Sugars
3 g
Protein
30 g
Fat
30.4 g
Saturated fat
15.9 g
Calories
435 kcal
Sodium
1,072 mg · 46.6% RDA
Magnesium
52 mg · 13.1% RDA
Potassium
450 mg · 22.5% EMR
Nutrition by ingredient
Per 1 gozlemeNet carbsProteinFatkcal
Beef, minced (ground), raw, grass-fed0 g10.7 g12.5 g159
Turmeric, spices (dried, ground)0 g0 g0 g0
Coriander seed, ground0 g0 g0 g0
Paprika, smoked (spices)0 g0 g0 g0
Onion powder, spices0.1 g0 g0 g1
Basil, dried0 g0 g0 g0
Pepper, cayenne, spices0 g0 g0 g0
Rosemary, dried0 g0 g0 g0
Oregano, dried0.1 g0 g0 g1
Tomato purée (paste, unsweetened)0.3 g0.1 g0 g1
Salt, sea salt0 g0 g0 g0
Spinach, fresh0.2 g0.4 g0.1 g3
Feta cheese1 g3.6 g5.3 g66
Mozzarella cheese (low moisture, for pizza)2.8 g11.8 g9.8 g146
Coconut flour, organic1.1 g1.7 g1.5 g37
Baking powder, gluten-free0.3 g0 g0 g1
Egg, whole, fresh, raw (free-range or organic eggs)0.1 g1.6 g1.2 g18
Pepper, black, spices0.1 g0 g0 g0
Total6 g30 g30.4 g435

Serving size 1 gozleme

  • Gluten free
  • Nut free
  • Pork free
  • Fish free
  • Shellfish free

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  1. Carol L

    I have had a question for awhile: you mention “fan assisted” or “conventional” ovens. I have a large countertop oven and I always use the convection…I do NOT have an air fryer….so, would you consider my oven conventional or fan assisted?
    Thank you for another great recipe!!!

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Hi Carol, I know this can get a bit confusing, especially when some countries use fan assisted instructions as default while others use conventional ovens as default but do not mention the type. Fan assisted ovens, also known as convection, have a fan plus all the other elements as conventional ovens which do not have a fan. When you look inside your oven, can you see a fan? Fan assisted ovens are also a lit louder due to the fan. This is a pretty good explanation: youtube.com/watch

      1. Carol L

        Thank you. I wasn’t sure if by fan assisted you meant an air fryer…which I don’t have. But my countertop oven has a ‘convection’ setting, which I always use, so that does answer my question!

        1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

          No problem, happy to help! 😊

  2. Penelope McCalmon

    These look so amazing! I don't have a food processor. It's on my wish list. Can these be made without the processor?

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Absolutely! You can use this way to make them: Spicy Beef Keto Hot Pockets

  3. Gulshan Shetty

    Made this dish today. Was utterly fantastic! (I wish I could post a picture here) The wife couldn't believe that the outer covering was not old fashioned bread!
    Going to make the chicken seekh kebabs tomorrow!!
    Thanks for a fantastic recipe!
    - Gulshan

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      I'm glad you enjoyed! We don't have a way for uploading photos but I'd love to see your creations! You could post and tag me on Instagram at instagram.com/ketodiet_app ❤️

  4. Elaine Duraes

    For the first time I didn't have lucky with a receipe on this blog 😢 Even following all instructions, the pastry stuck on the parchment paper and I wasn't able to mold as it should be

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      Oh no I'm sorry to hear that Elaine! I think this may be down to the mozzarella cheese. I had the same issue here - you can see it on the video as the dough is stickier but it was still ok for the pizza: Fat Head Pizza with Pepperoni & Jalapeños
      What I used is a mozzarella block for pizza. I can imagine that if I used the same cheese for these, the dough would be too sticky to form into pockets.
      What you need is the shredded low-moisture mozzarella that's already grated. I hope this helps!

  5. Jamie

    Can this be made with almond flour instead of coconut flour?

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      You can! I added instructions for that at the top of the recipe post 😊

      1. Jamie

        Oh awesome, I got it! Sorry I missed that. Thank you!!!! This sounds so delicious. I can't wait to make this tonight! 😊

  6. Rajat Singh

    Excellent! Can it be done with chicken 😜 I don't like beef or I'm not allowed to.

    1. Martina @ KetoDietAuthor

      I'm sure any ground meat will work 😊

  7. Shelley Powers

    Any way to make this dairy free??

  8. Ryan Dunn

    Excellent recipe, and then the keto diet, while it is not the magic cure-all for every disease on the planet, does a pretty good job......

  9. Kelly

    It's in the oven and the smell is incredible, I can't wait 😊

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