The high quality and simplicity of ingredients in Turkish cuisines come as a pleasant surprise to guests who visit Turkey and experience mouthwatering culinary bliss. Here are the 5 dishes you don’t want to miss.
BÖREK
No Turkish woman should marry until she has mastered the art of making börek, according to tradition. Börek is made from Yufka, a paper thin pastry rolled or stacked in layers with various fillings such as cheese, potatoes, spinach, meat, and so on. Börek are light and crisp, ideal for breakfast or with tea. These are convenient for on-the-go consumption, and you can find börek everywhere in Turkey.
KÖFTA
Köfte, or meatballs, come in a variety of shapes and sizes depending on how they are prepared and cooked in various regions of Turkey. These are always a sure bet no matter where you are. Köfte are made from finely ground meat, onions, and various spices, which are then fried, baked, or boiled. Köfte is a type of meat that is cooked and served with whole green peppers, tomatoes, and sliced potatoes.
STUFFED EGGPLANT
This dish is popular among both locals and tourists throughout Turkey. This is a stuffed fried eggplant dish made with olive oil, ground beef, diced onions, tomatoes, green peppers, and garlic. When you take your first bite, the flavors combine in your mouth. It's usually accompanied by rice and yogurt on the side. If you don't like eggplant, this dish will change your mind.
ISKENDER KEBAB
This is just one of many different types of kebabs available in Turkey. Bursa, in Northwestern Turkey, is the origin of the Iskender Kebab. It's made with thinly sliced lamb or beef that's been topped with tomato sauce and served on sliced pide bread. The dish is topped with tomato sauce and melted butter. The dish is served with yogurt on the side. You can find this kebab anywhere in Turkey and will fall in love with it. You can get your favourite Kebab in
Sahan Mezopotamian Street Food. Head to our restaurant to try kebab that is better to serve when it is still hot.
KUNEFE
This delicious Turkish dessert is made with kadaif, which is similar to shredded wheat. In a small round copper plate, cheese is sandwiched between two thin layers of kadaif and cooked. During the last few minutes of cooking, a syrup made of sugar, water, and a few drops of rose water is poured over the pastry. It comes with clotted cream and pistachios on top. Although it appears to be an unusual combination, this is a dessert that you will wish you had more of when you return home from your Turkey tour. Are you ready to taste these Turkish cuisine? Head to
Sahan Mezopotamian Street Food to get these amazing and flavorful dishes.
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