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Cuisine Turkey
Turkish Starters
Starters from Turkey
Sigara Böreği – Crispy Turkish Pastry Rolls with Cheese
Crispy Turkish Sigara Böreği pastry rolls with feta cheese – a crunchy meze classic.
Midye Dolma – Stuffed Mussels with Rice & Spices
Authentic Turkish Midye Dolma – mussels stuffed with rice and spices, a flavorful coastal meze.
Kalamar Tava – Crispy Turkish Fried Calamari
Crispy Turkish Kalamar Tava – fried calamari with garlic dip, a coastal meze classic.
Piyaz – Turkish White Bean Salad with Parsley
Refreshing Turkish Piyaz – white bean salad with onions and parsley, a healthy meze classic.
Acılı Ezme – Extra Spicy Turkish Tomato Dip
Fiery Turkish Acılı Ezme – spicy tomato and pepper dip, a bold meze classic.
Girit Ezmesi – Turkish Feta Cream with Walnuts
Creamy Turkish Girit Ezmesi – feta and walnut dip with olive oil, a flavorful meze classic.
Tarama – Creamy Turkish Fish Roe Dip
Creamy Turkish Tarama – fish roe dip with bread and olive oil, a coastal meze classic.
Meze Platter – Turkish Appetizer Selection
Authentic Turkish Meze Platter – a colorful selection of dips and salads, perfect for sharing.
Çiğ Köfte (Veg.) – Spicy Turkish Bulgur Balls
Spicy vegetarian Çiğ Köfte – bulgur balls with tomato and chili paste, a fiery Turkish meze.
Mercimek Köftesi – Turkish Vegetarian Lentil Balls
Authentic Turkish Mercimek Köftesi – vegetarian lentil balls with bulgur and herbs, a healthy meze classic.
Patlıcan Salatası – Turkish Grilled Eggplant Salad
Smoky Turkish Patlıcan Salatası with grilled eggplant, garlic, and herbs – a refreshing meze full of flavor.
Enginar Dolması – Turkish Stuffed Artichokes with Rice
Authentic Turkish Enginar Dolması with artichokes stuffed with rice and herbs – a flavorful meze classic.
Dolma – Turkish Stuffed Vine Leaves with Rice
Authentic Turkish Dolma with vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs – a refreshing meze full of flavor.
Fava – Creamy Turkish Broad Bean Purée
Creamy Turkish Fava with broad beans, olive oil, and lemon – a healthy meze full of flavor and tradition.
Şakşuka – Turkish Fried Vegetables in Tomato Sauce
Hearty Turkish Şakşuka with fried vegetables in tomato sauce – a rustic meze full of flavor and tradition.
Cacık – Refreshing Turkish Yogurt with Cucumber and Mint
Refreshing Turkish Cacık with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and mint – a cooling meze perfect for summer and healthy eating.
Ezme – Spicy Turkish Tomato & Pepper Dip
Spicy Turkish Ezme dip with tomatoes, peppers, and chili – a fiery meze full of flavor and tradition.
Haydari – Creamy Turkish Yogurt Dip with Herbs
Creamy Turkish Haydari dip with yogurt, garlic, and herbs – a refreshing meze full of flavor and probiotics.
Babagannuş – Eggplant Purée with Garlic and Tahini
Authentic Turkish Babagannuş with roasted eggplant, tahini, and garlic – a smoky, creamy meze dip full of flavor and tradition.
Hummus – Chickpea Purée with Tahini and Olive Oil
Authentic Turkish hummus with chickpeas, tahini, and olive oil – a creamy, protein-rich meze dip perfect for appetizers and healthy
Turkish Soups and Stews
Soups and Stews from Turkey
Sebzeli Güveç – Turkish Vegetarian Stew with Eggplant & Peppers
Colorful Turkish Sebzeli Güveç – vegetarian stew with eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes, a rustic classic.
Tavuk Yahni – Turkish Chicken Stew with Vegetables
Hearty Turkish Tavuk Yahni – chicken stew with vegetables, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Kuzu Yahni – Turkish Lamb Stew with Onions
Hearty Turkish Kuzu Yahni – lamb stew with onions, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Patates Çorbası – Turkish Potato Soup with Paprika Oil
Comforting Turkish Patates Çorbası – potato soup with paprika oil, a rustic winter classic.
Kabak Çorbası – Turkish Zucchini Soup with Dill
Refreshing Turkish Kabak Çorbası – zucchini soup with dill, a light summer classic.
Düğün Çorbası – Turkish Wedding Soup with Meat & Yogurt
Festive Turkish Düğün Çorbası – wedding soup with meat and yogurt, a ceremonial classic.
Şehriye Çorbası – Turkish Noodle Soup with Tomato Broth
Light Turkish Şehriye Çorbası – noodle soup with tomato broth, a comforting family classic.
Mantar Çorbası – Creamy Turkish Mushroom Soup
Creamy Turkish Mantar Çorbası – mushroom soup with onions and cream, a comforting classic.
Bulgur Çorbası – Turkish Bulgur & Tomato Soup
Nutritious Turkish Bulgur Çorbası – bulgur and tomato soup, a hearty Anatolian classic.
Etli Kuru Fasulye – Turkish White Beans with Meat
Hearty Turkish Etli Kuru Fasulye – white beans slow cooked with meat, a comforting national classic.
Kuzu Güveç – Turkish Lamb Stew with Tomatoes & Herbs
Hearty Turkish Kuzu Güveç – lamb stew with tomatoes and herbs, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Sebze Çorbası – Turkish Vegetable Soup with Seasonal Ingredients
Nutritious Turkish Sebze Çorbası – vegetable soup with seasonal ingredients, a healthy classic.
İşkembe Çorbası – Turkish Tripe Soup with Garlic & Vinegar
Hearty Turkish İşkembe Çorbası – tripe soup with garlic and vinegar, a rustic classic.
Tavuk Çorbası – Turkish Chicken Soup with Lemon
Comforting Turkish Tavuk Çorbası – chicken soup with rice and lemon, a nourishing classic.
Balık Çorbası – Turkish Fish Soup with Vegetables
Nourishing Turkish Balık Çorbası – fish soup with vegetables and herbs, a coastal classic.
Domates Çorbası – Turkish Tomato Soup with Cheese Croutons
Comforting Turkish Domates Çorbası – tomato soup with cheese croutons, a flavorful classic.
Yayla Çorbası – Creamy Turkish Yogurt Soup with Mint
Creamy Turkish Yayla Çorbası – yogurt soup with rice and mint, a comforting meze classic.
Tarhana Çorbası – Tangy Turkish Yogurt & Grain Soup
Tangy Turkish Tarhana Çorbası – yogurt and grain soup, a hearty Anatolian classic.
Ezogelin Çorbası – Spicy Red Lentil, Bulgur & Tomato Soup
Spicy Turkish Ezogelin Çorbası – lentil and bulgur soup with tomatoes and mint, a hearty classic.
Mercimek Çorbası – Classic Turkish Lentil Soup
Classic Turkish Mercimek Çorbası – hearty lentil soup with spices, a comforting favorite.
Turkish Main and Side Dishes
Main Dishes and Side Dishes from Turkey
Mısır – Turkish Street Corn with Salt & Butter
Savory Turkish Mısır – grilled corn with salt and butter, a street food classic.
Tahinli Çörek – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Sesame Paste
Sweet Turkish Tahinli Çörek – yeast rolls with sesame paste, a tea time classic.
Sarıyer Böreği – Extra Crispy Turkish Börek
Authentic Turkish Sarıyer Böreği – extra crispy börek with meat or cheese, a street food classic from Istanbul.
Kokoreç – Turkish Grilled Lamb Intestines in Bread
Authentic Turkish Kokoreç – grilled lamb intestines in bread, a hearty street food classic.
Kuru Yemiş – Turkish Roasted Nuts & Dried Fruits
Nutritious Turkish Kuru Yemiş – roasted nuts and dried fruits, a healthy snack classic.
Açma – Soft Turkish Breakfast Pastry
Fluffy Turkish Açma – soft breakfast pastry, a beloved morning classic.
Çörek – Turkish Yeast Pastry, Sweet or Savory
Versatile Turkish Çörek – yeast pastry with sweet or savory fillings, a breakfast and snack classic.
Pastırma Chips – Turkish Dried Beef Snack
Savory Turkish Pastırma Chips – thinly sliced dried beef, a protein rich meze classic.
Midye Tava – Turkish Fried Mussels with Garlic Sauce
Authentic Turkish Midye Tava – fried mussels with garlic yogurt sauce, a seaside street food classic.
Balık Ekmek – Turkish Fish Sandwich with Salad
Authentic Turkish Balık Ekmek – grilled fish sandwich with onions and lettuce, a street food classic.
Köfte Ekmek – Turkish Meatball Sandwich
Authentic Turkish Köfte Ekmek – grilled meatball sandwich with onions and parsley, a street food classic.
Kumpir – Turkish Stuffed Baked Potato
Authentic Turkish Kumpir – baked potato stuffed with butter, cheese, and colorful toppings, a street food classic.
Katmer – Turkish Sweet Pastry with Pistachios & Cream
Authentic Turkish Katmer – sweet pastry with pistachios and cream, a specialty from Gaziantep.
Poğaça – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Cheese or Olives
Authentic Turkish Poğaça – yeast rolls with cheese or olives, a fluffy breakfast classic.
Pide – Turkish Boat‑Shaped Flatbread
Authentic Turkish Pide – boat shaped flatbread with cheese, egg, or meat, a hearty street food classic.
Çiğ Köfte – Vegetarian Spicy Bulgur Balls
Spicy Turkish Çiğ Köfte – vegetarian bulgur balls with chili paste, a fiery street food classic.
Lahmacun – Thin Turkish Pizza with Meat & Herbs
Authentic Turkish Lahmacun – thin pizza with minced meat and herbs, a street food classic.
Börek – Turkish Pastry Rolls with Cheese or Meat
Authentic Turkish Börek – pastry rolls with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile snack classic.
Gözleme – Turkish Flatbread with Cheese & Spinach
Authentic Turkish Gözleme – thin flatbread stuffed with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile street food classic.
Simit – Turkish Sesame Ring Bread
Authentic Turkish Simit – sesame rings, crispy outside and fluffy inside, a street food classic.
Sebzeli Güveç – Turkish Vegetarian Stew with Eggplant & Peppers
Colorful Turkish Sebzeli Güveç – vegetarian stew with eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes, a rustic classic.
Tavuk Yahni – Turkish Chicken Stew with Vegetables
Hearty Turkish Tavuk Yahni – chicken stew with vegetables, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Kuzu Yahni – Turkish Lamb Stew with Onions
Hearty Turkish Kuzu Yahni – lamb stew with onions, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Patates Çorbası – Turkish Potato Soup with Paprika Oil
Comforting Turkish Patates Çorbası – potato soup with paprika oil, a rustic winter classic.
Turkish Desserts
Desserts from Turkey
Mısır – Turkish Street Corn with Salt & Butter
Savory Turkish Mısır – grilled corn with salt and butter, a street food classic.
Tahinli Çörek – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Sesame Paste
Sweet Turkish Tahinli Çörek – yeast rolls with sesame paste, a tea time classic.
Sarıyer Böreği – Extra Crispy Turkish Börek
Authentic Turkish Sarıyer Böreği – extra crispy börek with meat or cheese, a street food classic from Istanbul.
Kokoreç – Turkish Grilled Lamb Intestines in Bread
Authentic Turkish Kokoreç – grilled lamb intestines in bread, a hearty street food classic.
Kuru Yemiş – Turkish Roasted Nuts & Dried Fruits
Nutritious Turkish Kuru Yemiş – roasted nuts and dried fruits, a healthy snack classic.
Açma – Soft Turkish Breakfast Pastry
Fluffy Turkish Açma – soft breakfast pastry, a beloved morning classic.
Çörek – Turkish Yeast Pastry, Sweet or Savory
Versatile Turkish Çörek – yeast pastry with sweet or savory fillings, a breakfast and snack classic.
Pastırma Chips – Turkish Dried Beef Snack
Savory Turkish Pastırma Chips – thinly sliced dried beef, a protein rich meze classic.
Midye Tava – Turkish Fried Mussels with Garlic Sauce
Authentic Turkish Midye Tava – fried mussels with garlic yogurt sauce, a seaside street food classic.
Balık Ekmek – Turkish Fish Sandwich with Salad
Authentic Turkish Balık Ekmek – grilled fish sandwich with onions and lettuce, a street food classic.
Köfte Ekmek – Turkish Meatball Sandwich
Authentic Turkish Köfte Ekmek – grilled meatball sandwich with onions and parsley, a street food classic.
Kumpir – Turkish Stuffed Baked Potato
Authentic Turkish Kumpir – baked potato stuffed with butter, cheese, and colorful toppings, a street food classic.
Katmer – Turkish Sweet Pastry with Pistachios & Cream
Authentic Turkish Katmer – sweet pastry with pistachios and cream, a specialty from Gaziantep.
Poğaça – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Cheese or Olives
Authentic Turkish Poğaça – yeast rolls with cheese or olives, a fluffy breakfast classic.
Pide – Turkish Boat‑Shaped Flatbread
Authentic Turkish Pide – boat shaped flatbread with cheese, egg, or meat, a hearty street food classic.
Çiğ Köfte – Vegetarian Spicy Bulgur Balls
Spicy Turkish Çiğ Köfte – vegetarian bulgur balls with chili paste, a fiery street food classic.
Lahmacun – Thin Turkish Pizza with Meat & Herbs
Authentic Turkish Lahmacun – thin pizza with minced meat and herbs, a street food classic.
Börek – Turkish Pastry Rolls with Cheese or Meat
Authentic Turkish Börek – pastry rolls with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile snack classic.
Gözleme – Turkish Flatbread with Cheese & Spinach
Authentic Turkish Gözleme – thin flatbread stuffed with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile street food classic.
Simit – Turkish Sesame Ring Bread
Authentic Turkish Simit – sesame rings, crispy outside and fluffy inside, a street food classic.
Sebzeli Güveç – Turkish Vegetarian Stew with Eggplant & Peppers
Colorful Turkish Sebzeli Güveç – vegetarian stew with eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes, a rustic classic.
Tavuk Yahni – Turkish Chicken Stew with Vegetables
Hearty Turkish Tavuk Yahni – chicken stew with vegetables, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Kuzu Yahni – Turkish Lamb Stew with Onions
Hearty Turkish Kuzu Yahni – lamb stew with onions, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Patates Çorbası – Turkish Potato Soup with Paprika Oil
Comforting Turkish Patates Çorbası – potato soup with paprika oil, a rustic winter classic.
Turkish Cocktails
Cocktails from Turkey
Mısır – Turkish Street Corn with Salt & Butter
Savory Turkish Mısır – grilled corn with salt and butter, a street food classic.
Tahinli Çörek – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Sesame Paste
Sweet Turkish Tahinli Çörek – yeast rolls with sesame paste, a tea time classic.
Sarıyer Böreği – Extra Crispy Turkish Börek
Authentic Turkish Sarıyer Böreği – extra crispy börek with meat or cheese, a street food classic from Istanbul.
Kokoreç – Turkish Grilled Lamb Intestines in Bread
Authentic Turkish Kokoreç – grilled lamb intestines in bread, a hearty street food classic.
Kuru Yemiş – Turkish Roasted Nuts & Dried Fruits
Nutritious Turkish Kuru Yemiş – roasted nuts and dried fruits, a healthy snack classic.
Açma – Soft Turkish Breakfast Pastry
Fluffy Turkish Açma – soft breakfast pastry, a beloved morning classic.
Çörek – Turkish Yeast Pastry, Sweet or Savory
Versatile Turkish Çörek – yeast pastry with sweet or savory fillings, a breakfast and snack classic.
Pastırma Chips – Turkish Dried Beef Snack
Savory Turkish Pastırma Chips – thinly sliced dried beef, a protein rich meze classic.
Midye Tava – Turkish Fried Mussels with Garlic Sauce
Authentic Turkish Midye Tava – fried mussels with garlic yogurt sauce, a seaside street food classic.
Balık Ekmek – Turkish Fish Sandwich with Salad
Authentic Turkish Balık Ekmek – grilled fish sandwich with onions and lettuce, a street food classic.
Köfte Ekmek – Turkish Meatball Sandwich
Authentic Turkish Köfte Ekmek – grilled meatball sandwich with onions and parsley, a street food classic.
Kumpir – Turkish Stuffed Baked Potato
Authentic Turkish Kumpir – baked potato stuffed with butter, cheese, and colorful toppings, a street food classic.
Katmer – Turkish Sweet Pastry with Pistachios & Cream
Authentic Turkish Katmer – sweet pastry with pistachios and cream, a specialty from Gaziantep.
Poğaça – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Cheese or Olives
Authentic Turkish Poğaça – yeast rolls with cheese or olives, a fluffy breakfast classic.
Pide – Turkish Boat‑Shaped Flatbread
Authentic Turkish Pide – boat shaped flatbread with cheese, egg, or meat, a hearty street food classic.
Çiğ Köfte – Vegetarian Spicy Bulgur Balls
Spicy Turkish Çiğ Köfte – vegetarian bulgur balls with chili paste, a fiery street food classic.
Lahmacun – Thin Turkish Pizza with Meat & Herbs
Authentic Turkish Lahmacun – thin pizza with minced meat and herbs, a street food classic.
Börek – Turkish Pastry Rolls with Cheese or Meat
Authentic Turkish Börek – pastry rolls with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile snack classic.
Gözleme – Turkish Flatbread with Cheese & Spinach
Authentic Turkish Gözleme – thin flatbread stuffed with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile street food classic.
Simit – Turkish Sesame Ring Bread
Authentic Turkish Simit – sesame rings, crispy outside and fluffy inside, a street food classic.
Sebzeli Güveç – Turkish Vegetarian Stew with Eggplant & Peppers
Colorful Turkish Sebzeli Güveç – vegetarian stew with eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes, a rustic classic.
Tavuk Yahni – Turkish Chicken Stew with Vegetables
Hearty Turkish Tavuk Yahni – chicken stew with vegetables, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Kuzu Yahni – Turkish Lamb Stew with Onions
Hearty Turkish Kuzu Yahni – lamb stew with onions, a rustic Anatolian classic.
Patates Çorbası – Turkish Potato Soup with Paprika Oil
Comforting Turkish Patates Çorbası – potato soup with paprika oil, a rustic winter classic.
Turkish Snacks
Snacks from Turkey
Mısır – Turkish Street Corn with Salt & Butter
Savory Turkish Mısır – grilled corn with salt and butter, a street food classic.
Tahinli Çörek – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Sesame Paste
Sweet Turkish Tahinli Çörek – yeast rolls with sesame paste, a tea time classic.
Sarıyer Böreği – Extra Crispy Turkish Börek
Authentic Turkish Sarıyer Böreği – extra crispy börek with meat or cheese, a street food classic from Istanbul.
Kokoreç – Turkish Grilled Lamb Intestines in Bread
Authentic Turkish Kokoreç – grilled lamb intestines in bread, a hearty street food classic.
Kuru Yemiş – Turkish Roasted Nuts & Dried Fruits
Nutritious Turkish Kuru Yemiş – roasted nuts and dried fruits, a healthy snack classic.
Açma – Soft Turkish Breakfast Pastry
Fluffy Turkish Açma – soft breakfast pastry, a beloved morning classic.
Çörek – Turkish Yeast Pastry, Sweet or Savory
Versatile Turkish Çörek – yeast pastry with sweet or savory fillings, a breakfast and snack classic.
Pastırma Chips – Turkish Dried Beef Snack
Savory Turkish Pastırma Chips – thinly sliced dried beef, a protein rich meze classic.
Midye Tava – Turkish Fried Mussels with Garlic Sauce
Authentic Turkish Midye Tava – fried mussels with garlic yogurt sauce, a seaside street food classic.
Balık Ekmek – Turkish Fish Sandwich with Salad
Authentic Turkish Balık Ekmek – grilled fish sandwich with onions and lettuce, a street food classic.
Köfte Ekmek – Turkish Meatball Sandwich
Authentic Turkish Köfte Ekmek – grilled meatball sandwich with onions and parsley, a street food classic.
Kumpir – Turkish Stuffed Baked Potato
Authentic Turkish Kumpir – baked potato stuffed with butter, cheese, and colorful toppings, a street food classic.
Katmer – Turkish Sweet Pastry with Pistachios & Cream
Authentic Turkish Katmer – sweet pastry with pistachios and cream, a specialty from Gaziantep.
Poğaça – Turkish Yeast Rolls with Cheese or Olives
Authentic Turkish Poğaça – yeast rolls with cheese or olives, a fluffy breakfast classic.
Pide – Turkish Boat‑Shaped Flatbread
Authentic Turkish Pide – boat shaped flatbread with cheese, egg, or meat, a hearty street food classic.
Çiğ Köfte – Vegetarian Spicy Bulgur Balls
Spicy Turkish Çiğ Köfte – vegetarian bulgur balls with chili paste, a fiery street food classic.
Lahmacun – Thin Turkish Pizza with Meat & Herbs
Authentic Turkish Lahmacun – thin pizza with minced meat and herbs, a street food classic.
Börek – Turkish Pastry Rolls with Cheese or Meat
Authentic Turkish Börek – pastry rolls with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile snack classic.
Gözleme – Turkish Flatbread with Cheese & Spinach
Authentic Turkish Gözleme – thin flatbread stuffed with cheese, spinach, or meat, a versatile street food classic.
Simit – Turkish Sesame Ring Bread
Authentic Turkish Simit – sesame rings, crispy outside and fluffy inside, a street food classic.