Qatlama facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Katmer, gambir |
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| Type | Bread |
| Course | Side Dish, Dessert |
| Region or state | Central Asia, South Asia (mainly Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh |
Kattama (Kazakh: қаттама; Kyrgyz: каттама), also known as katlama or katmer (Turkish: katmer), is a type of fried layered bread. It is very popular in the countries of Central Asia. You might also hear it called gambir (Mongolian: гамбир).
What is Kattama?
Kattama is a delicious bread that has many thin layers. It is often fried, giving it a crispy outside and a soft inside. This bread is a common part of meals in places like Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia.
The name "qatlama" comes from a Turkish word meaning "folded." This is because of how the bread is made. Cooks fold the dough many times to create all those wonderful layers.
Different Kinds of Katmer
In Turkey, a special kind of kattama called katmer is often eaten as a dessert. This sweet version is usually filled with kaymak, which is a rich, thick cream. It is also topped with tasty pistachios. Many delicious foods from the city of Gaziantep in Turkey are known for using pistachios.
Turkish Regional Katmer Styles
Different regions in Turkey have their own unique ways of making katmer:
- Sivas Katmeri
- Antep Katmeri
- Kilis Katmeri
See also
In Spanish: Kattama para niños
