Turkish Roll

Savor the irresistible flavors of the Mediterranean with this Turkish Roll recipe, a perfect blend of hearty ground lamb, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs like parsley and mint. Encased in layers of flaky, golden phyllo pastry and finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, these rolls are both visually stunning and deeply satisfying. The savory lamb filling, infused with paprika and cumin, is first gently sautéed for a rich, hearty base before being wrapped in buttery pastry. Ideal as an appetizer, snack, or even a main course, these rolls are a versatile crowd-pleaser. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or bring a taste of Turkey to your table, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers that perfect balance of crispy, tender, and flavorful in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Ground lamb
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 units Garlic cloves
• 15 grams Parsley
• 10 grams Mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 8 sheets Phyllo pastry sheets
• 100 grams Melted butter
• 1 unit Egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, garlic, parsley, and mint leaves.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix the ground lamb, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, mint, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the meat mixture for about 5-7 minutes until the lamb is browned and the onions are soft. Let it cool slightly.

Step 5

Lay a sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean working surface and brush it lightly with melted butter.

Step 6

Place another phyllo sheet on top and brush it again with butter. Repeat until you have four sheets stacked up.

Step 7

Spoon a quarter of the lamb filling along one short edge of the phyllo stack, leaving about 2 inches from the edge.

Step 8

Fold the sides of the phyllo stack over the filling, then carefully roll it up to enclose the filling, brushing more butter as you roll to seal.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining four sheets and filling to create another roll.

Step 10

Place the rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 11

Brush the tops with egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.

Step 13

Allow the rolls to cool slightly before slicing them into portions and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	881.6 grams (881.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2713

Total Fat 202.50g	260%
Saturated Fat 90.60g	453%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.30g
Cholesterol 790mg	263%
Sodium 4711mg	205%
Total Carbohydrate 111.80g	41%
Dietary Fiber 6.00g	21%
Total Sugars 8.10g
Protein 115.80g	232%

Vitamin D 90IU	450%
Calcium 289mg	22%
Iron 13mg	69%
Potassium 1967mg	42%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.7%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 16.4%