Low Sodium Cheese Kaak
Savor the delightful fusion of Middle Eastern tradition and health-conscious cooking with this Low Sodium Cheese Kaak recipe. Perfect for those seeking a reduced-sodium diet, this savory pastry combines fluffy homemade dough with the tangy richness of low sodium feta cheese, perfectly accented by aromatic dried thyme. Each kaak is brushed with a golden egg wash, sprinkled with nutty sesame seeds, and baked to perfection, delivering a crisp exterior and soft, cheesy center. With easy-to-follow steps and wholesome ingredients like olive oil and whole sesame seeds, this recipe is ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a comforting snack. Embrace the balance of taste and nutrition with this hearty twist on the classic cheese kaak.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
- 0.75 cup Warm water
- 1 cup Low sodium feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Sesame seeds
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and baking powder.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the olive oil and warm water.
Mix the ingredients together until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, crumble the low sodium feta cheese and mix it with the dried thyme.
Divide the risen dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
Flatten each dough ball into a disk approximately 1/2 inch thick and place about 1 tablespoon of the feta cheese mixture in the center.
Fold the edges of the dough over the cheese filling to enclose it, then gently pat it back into a disk shape.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk for the egg wash.
Place the filled dough disks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the tops with the egg wash and sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the kaak are golden brown.
Remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.2 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.4 g | 287% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 1792 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.0 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 88.2 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1338 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 22.7 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 873 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
