Turkish Menemen is an amazingly tasty breakfast, lunch or dinner that you can prepare in a matter of minutes. This is a simple dish of scrambled eggs with tomatoes and peppers (and sometimes onions). Simple, quick and oh so yummy one-pan dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner. What Is Turkish Menemen? Menemen is a traditional...
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Gozleme (Stuffed Turkish Flatbread)
Tried Turkish Gözleme during your trip to Turkey and still craving it? Good news! It’s super easy to make at home with just a few ingredients. Just mix a simple dough, fill it, and cook it in a pan. Easy and delicious! This gozleme recipe is one of the most loved street foods in Turkish...
Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe
This mouth-watering Sun Dried Tomato Pasta is filled with the amazing flavor of tangy and sweet sun-dried tomatoes. It is extremely easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes. If you love the flavor of sun-dried tomatoes, you might want to see our sun dried tomato sauce appetizer. And we often use our homemade...
Sun Dried Tomato Spread
If you like simple, savory flavors, this sun dried tomato spread is for you. It’s quick to make, packed with garlic and olive oil, and works perfectly as a Turkish-style meze. Just mix everything in one bowl, and it’s ready to serve with some fresh bread on the side. It’s quick to make with just...
Bulgar Wheat (Fine & Coarse Bulgur)
What is bulgar or bulgur wheat? What are different types of bulgur? What are the uses? Let’s learn all things about bulgur wheat today! And see how to cook bulgur wheat of all types with two simple methods: Soaking and cooking on the stove. Both methods are extremely easy! With its amazing nutty flavor, bulgur...
Turkish Bulgur Pilaf with Tomatoes
Turkish Bulgur Pilaf (or bulgur pilavi as we call it in Turkish) is one of those dishes almost every Turkish family grows up with. For us, it’s the ultimate side dish. It pairs well with nearly anything on the table, but we also enjoy it as a meal with a bowl of yogurt on the side. The...
Buckwheat Salad
Buckwheat is the new and exciting superfood that you should be keeping in your pantry. This vegan buckwheat salad makes an extremely tasty gluten free lunch. Easy to make and can be adapted for the whole family to enjoy. Did you see our latest post on how to cook buckwheat? Here is an amazing salad...
How To Cook Buckwheat Groats
Do you know how to cook buckwheat groats? It is extremely quick and easy! Cooked buckwheat can be incorporated into a ton of different recipes from salads to soups. Also, it makes a great gluten-free substitute for whole grains like wheat berries, bulgur and barley. Love side dishes like bulgur pilaf and rice pilaf? Here...
Fresh Fava Beans in Olive Oil (Turkish Style)
This fresh fava beans recipe with olive oil is one of the first signs of spring for us. Cooked gently with onions and olive oil, then flavored with lemon juice and fresh dill, the fava beans turn into something surprisingly delicious and addictive. Got Fresh Fava Beans? Try This! You've bought some fresh fava beans (broad...
Kumpir - Turkish Stuffed Baked Potatoes
If you love stuffed baked potatoes, you’ll definitely love this Turkish kumpir recipe! Although it is originally a street food, you can easily make it at home by following a few very easy steps. Then you will end up with deliciously creamy, cheesy, and flavor-packed loaded baked potatoes. We’ve shared several other Turkish street foods...
Zeytinyagli Enginar (Turkish Artichoke Recipe)
Turkish style recipe for artichoke bottoms called zeytinyagli enginar is the most popular dish made with artichokes in Turkey. They are stuffed with peas, carrots and fresh dill. It is a light yet so tasty vegetarian dish. This vegetarian artichoke bottoms recipe is one of the most delicious Turkish dishes and it is always served...
Turkish Chicken Kebabs (Tavuk Şiş)
Love chicken? Love kebabs? You have to try this recipe for Tavuk Şiş, Turkish Chicken Kebabs! These are so soft and flavorful thanks to our great chicken marinade. Although these are baked in the oven, the fun part about kebabs is still there. What Are Turkish Chicken Kebabs? These are also known as tavuk şiş...
Tulumba Tatlisi Recipe
Turkish Tulumba Dessert (Tulumba Tatlisi) is made of a special type of dough fried and then soaked in sweet lemony syrup. Crunchy on the outside, soft and juicy on the inside. Love Turkish desserts with a lemony syrup? We have a lot of these in Turkish cuisine. And you can find several of them on...
Turkish Yogurt Recipe
This Turkish Homemade Yogurt recipe is extremely easy to make, only requires two ingredients. You don't even need a yogurt machine or any special equipment. It yields perfectly smooth, creamy, and thick yogurt. The flavor is deliciously fresh, sweet and tangy every time. As you may have seen by now, yogurt is a staple ingredient...
Kadayif Dessert
Tel Kadayif Dessert is one of the most popular Turkish desserts that is made using only a few ingredients. The kadaif noodles are covered in butter and pistachios, then baked to a golden brown, crispy perfection. It gets finished off with a delicious lemon sugar syrup and served with some traditional kaymak cream. If you...
Gullac Recipe
Güllaç is a light, refreshing, and absolutely delicious Turkish dessert that's especially popular during Ramadan. It’s no-bake and made with just a few simple ingredients. This milk-soaked treat is perfect for anyone looking for an easy yet impressive dessert. Just like Turkish pide ekmek, Gullac dessert is a special food served during the month of...
Vegetarian Cheese and Leek Quiche
Who doesn’t love a good quiche? But who has the time for all those steps? That is why this vegetarian leek quiche recipe is perfect! It doesn’t have to be pre-baked, contains a few simple ingredients, and is lower in calories compared to other traditional quiches. Are you a leek fan like us? You have...
Turkish Simit Recipe
Simit, also known as Turkish bagel, is the most famous street food in Turkey. It is crunchy and nutty on the outside and soft and a little chewy on the inside. Freshly baked simits make the best breakfast bread in this world! Simit is one of our favorite Turkish bread recipes. We’ve shared several other...
Turkish Manti Dumplings (Turkish Ravioli)
Turkish manti is a food you have to taste! Tiny dumplings filled with spicy ground lamb or beef, boiled like pasta. Then they are served with garlicky yogurt and spicy butter sauce. This is a to-die-for combination! If you are interested in Turkish recipes like manti, you should try our Turkish eggs recipe, which is...
Turkish Pide Bread
Making Turkish Pide Bread (Ramazan Pidesi) at home is easier than you think! You don’t need any special skills or even kneading. With just a few simple ingredients, you will have a beautifully golden bread with a soft, fluffy inside and a lightly crispy top. Pide Bread is the bread of our childhood, the one we waited in...
Revani (Turkish Semolina Cake)
Revani is a classic Turkish semolina cake that is drenched in a simple lemony syrup and topped with desiccated coconut flakes or pistachios. It boasts of refreshing lemon flavor and moist texture. It tastes so good that everyone will ask for more. Semolina is just another staple ingredient in Turkish desserts. We use it in...
Zeytinyagli Yer Elmasi (Jerusalem Artichokes in Olive Oil)
This Jerusalem Artichokes Braised in Olive Oil, Zeytinyagli Yer Elmasi as we say in Turkish, is a simple vegan dish from Turkish cuisine. It is packed with the combination of citrus and olive oil flavors. This recipe is a perfect combination with the earthy and nutty flavor of sunchokes, also known as earth apples (yer...
Adana Kebab Recipe
This traditional spicy ground lamb kebab is known as Turkish Adana kebab or Adana Kofte. It is yet another extremely delicious and popular dish in Turkey. With only 4 ingredients, these Turkish kebabs are easy to make. Tender, juicy and packed with deep flavors. Serve on flatbreads or make wraps called Adana dürüm. Our love...
Turkish Lavash Bread
Ever tried making your own Turkish lavash at home? This simple bread needs just 4 ingredients and is perfect for wrapping grilled meat, dipping into mezes, or enjoying warm with a little butter. It’s super easy and so much better than store-bought! Turkish Lavash bread is the bread served with kebabs at Turkish restaurants. In...
Celeriac Soup
Ready for a comforting soup? We've got a super simple Celeriac Soup Recipe for you. It's creamy, a bit earthy, and totally comforting. Perfect for a cozy meal! This celeriac soup is a blend of celeriac (that's celery root), leeks, and celery stalks. All cooked up to create a super creamy and earthy flavor, similar...
Roasted Rice Stuffed Whole Chicken
There are few things in life as good as flavorsome Roasted Rice Stuffed Whole Chicken. Picture this: a whole chicken, seasoned and roasted to golden perfection, with a filling of fluffy rice infused with aromatic spices. This dish is truly a feast in itself! Stuffed whole chicken has a special place among all our Turkish...
Cig Kofte
Cig kofte (Çiğ Köfte) is a very traditional Turkish dish that doesn’t get enough attention! It is packed with tons of flavor and when served on some fresh lettuce leaves with a squeeze of lemon juice, all of the flavors blend together seamlessly! Cig kofte is one of the most loved bulgur recipes in Turkey...
Iskender Kebab Recipe
Iskender Kebab, also known as Iskender doner, is an incredibly delicious and rich dish packed with flavors. Loads of doner meat, pide bread, tomato sauce and yogurt are all on the same plate. It does take a bit of time, patience, and effort, but it is worth every second! If you’ve ever been to a...
Homemade Truffles For Valentine’s Day
If you are looking for the perfect Valentine’s day dessert this year, then look no further! These mouth-watering Homemade Truffles are extremely easy to make and don't require any special skills or equipment. Finished off with a beautiful pink colored sugar coating, you now have the perfect valentine’s day truffles in mere minutes! Valentine's day...
Turkish Hummus With A Spicy Topping
There are very few things better than traditional Homemade Turkish Hummus served with fantastic accompaniments. This easy hummus recipe takes less than 5 minutes to make and can be served at any occasion. You can garnish it in an authentic style as we did here or serve it with any topping you’d like. If you...
Baking Powder Chicken Wings Baked In The Oven
This Baking Powder Chicken Wings Recipe is the best way to make crispy chicken wings in the oven. No need for deep frying! Use our simple method below to make homemade wings with a crispy skin. Are you looking for an appetizer that is a crowd-pleaser? Make these crispy oven baked chicken wings! They are super easy...
Spicy Roasted Chickpeas
Spicy Roasted Chickpeas are perfect crunchy snacks for game days or movie nights. Flavored with paprika and cumin, these are so addictive! Much healthier than store bought snacks! Making some really tasty baked chickpeas is super simple. You just need canned chickpeas, some olive oil, a bit of salt, cumin, and paprika. Toss the chickpeas with...
Ayva Tatlisi (Quince Dessert)
This Turkish Quince Dessert, Ayva Tatlisi is the perfect autumn and winter dessert that is both incredibly easy to make and requires minimal effort and preparation time. Ayva tatlisi (quince dessert) is one of the best Turkish desserts to make in fall. Just like our kabak tatlısı (pumpkin dessert), it is easy to make and...
Turkish Yogurt Soup
Turkish Yogurt Soup (Yayla Çorbası) is one of the most comforting and classic soups in Turkish cuisine. It’s made with yogurt, rice, and a simple yet delicious butter-mint sauce. Every Turkish home makes it often during the cold months including ours! Yogurt in a Soup? Yes! It might sound unusual if you’ve never tried it...
Kereviz Yemegi (Turkish Braised Celeriac)
Turkish Style Celeriac, Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemegi is braised with carrots and quinces, flavored with lemon and orange juice. A wonderful side dish or a vegetarian meal. Perfect combination of sweet, savory, earthy and citrus flavors. This recipe can make you a celeriac fan even if you are eating it for the first time. Celeriac, which...
Orzo Rice Pilaf
Turkish Orzo Rice Pilaf (Arpa Şehriyeli Pirinç Pilavı) is one of those everyday sides we make on repeat. It’s simple, light, and a great alternative to heavier dishes. Perfectly fluffy every time, it pairs well with almost anything you serve it with. Orzo and Rice Together When we say pilav, this orzo rice pilaf is...
Domates Corbasi - Turkish Tomato Soup
This Turkish Tomato Soup, Domates Corbasi is to die for! It is made with fresh tomatoes and a few other wholesome ingredients. What’s even better is that it only takes a few minutes to make! What is Domates Corbasi? Domates Çorbası, known as Turkish tomato soup, is a staple dish in Turkey. It's simple and...
Baked Pears Recipe
These Cinnamon Baked Pears are the perfect example of a straight-forward, easy, and minimalistic recipe that is also extraordinarily good. This baked pears recipe only requires 4 ingredients that infuse together beautifully to create a symphony of earthy and caramelized flavors. Pears are as popular as apples in our kitchen. How about making the easiest...
Yaprak Sarma (Turkish Stuffed Grape Leaves)
If you are looking for a unique, flavorful, and fun snack idea or dinner recipe, then these Yaprak Sarma, Turkish style Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves are perfect for you! They’re packed with mouth-watering Mediterranean flavors and a unique blend of spice that makes every bite better than the last! Stuffed dishes are the new talk...
Cabbage Soup
Cabbage Soup is packed with flavors and makes a perfect meal for everyone including weight-watchers. You can have a big bowl of it even if you are on a diet. It is also an incredibly easy and simple recipe that can be whipped up in about 30 minutes. We often make this simple Turkish cabbage soup...