turkey Recipes
167 delicious turkey recipes from around the world
Acılı Ezme
Turkish spicy salad - finely chopped tomato, pepper, onion paste. Kebab accompaniment.
Döner Kebap
Turkish rotating meat - vertical spit-roasted layered meat. World-famous street food.
Kumpir
Turkish loaded baked potato - giant potato loaded with toppings. Istanbul street food.
Revani
Turkish semolina cake - syrup-soaked semolina sponge. Tea time classic.
Midye Dolma
Turkish stuffed mussels - mussels with spiced rice. Istanbul street snack.
Lahmacun
Turkish meat flatbread - thin crispy bread with spiced lamb. Street food.
Simit
Turkish sesame bread ring - circular bread covered in sesame. Breakfast staple.
Kaşarlı Sucuklu Pide
Turkish boat pizza - pide with kashar cheese and sucuk sausage. Comfort food.
Acılı Ezme (Spicy Turkish Tomato and Pepper Dip)
Acılı Ezme is a vibrant and intensely flavorful Turkish meze (appetizer) or side dish. It's a finely chopped salad made from ripe tomatoes, crisp peppers, and pungent onion, bound together with spicy pepper paste and aromatic herbs. Traditionally served with grilled meats (kebabs) and warm bread, it offers a refreshing yet zesty contrast.
Adana Kebab
A traditional Turkish specialty from Adana, this spicy lamb kebab is made with hand-minced lamb, rich lamb tail fat, and a generous amount of chili. It's known for its fiery kick and succulent texture.
Adana Kebap
Adana Kebap is a flavorful and spicy grilled minced meat dish originating from the Adana region of Turkey. It features finely ground lamb, mixed with lamb tail fat and generous amounts of red pepper flakes, then hand-formed onto wide, flat skewers and grilled over charcoal. This specialty is known for its heat and juicy texture.
Ali Nazik
A classic Gaziantep dish featuring a smoky, mashed eggplant and garlic yogurt base topped with succulent, spiced ground lamb and finished with a fragrant paprika-infused butter. This Southern Turkish specialty is a delightful blend of textures and flavors.
Alinazik Kebap
A classic Gaziantep dish featuring tender, sautéed lamb cubes served atop a smoky, creamy purée of roasted eggplant mixed with yogurt and garlic. A rich and satisfying experience.
Aşure (Noah's Pudding)
Aşure, also known as Noah's Pudding, is a traditional Turkish dessert made from a delightful mix of grains, legumes, dried fruits, and nuts. It symbolizes abundance and is often shared with neighbors and loved ones, carrying a rich cultural and historical significance.
Beyti Kebab
A modern Turkish classic, this Beyti Kebab features flavorful Adana-style ground lamb, seasoned and grilled, then wrapped in soft lavash bread and generously topped with a rich tomato-butter sauce and cooling garlic yogurt. It's an indulgent and satisfying dish.
Beyti Kebap
Beyti Kebap is a classic Turkish dish featuring spiced ground meat, traditionally lamb or beef, wrapped in thin lavash bread and served with a rich garlic yogurt sauce and a warm tomato-butter sauce. It's a hearty and flavorful meal often found in Turkish restaurants.
Cacık
A refreshing and cooling Turkish yogurt and cucumber side dish, perfect for hot summer days or as an accompaniment to rich meals like kebabs. It's a delightful blend of creamy yogurt, crisp cucumber, pungent garlic, and aromatic mint.
Çiğ Köfte (Turkish Bulgur Patties)
A flavorful and iconic Turkish dish, Çiğ Köfte is made from fine bulgur wheat that is meticulously kneaded with a rich blend of tomato and pepper pastes, and a generous amount of spices. The long kneading process, traditionally done by hand, 'cooks' the bulgur, transforming it into a smooth, pliable, and deeply aromatic mixture. It's typically served as a meze or snack, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves and often accompanied by a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Çılbır (Turkish Poached Eggs with Garlic Yogurt and Chili Butter)
A classic Ottoman breakfast dish featuring perfectly poached eggs nestled on a bed of creamy garlic-infused yogurt, all drizzled with a fragrant, spiced chili butter. It's a delightful balance of cool, creamy, and warm, spicy flavors.
Çoban Salatası (Shepherd's Salad)
A quintessential Turkish shepherd's salad, featuring finely diced fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and peppers, tossed in a simple lemon-olive oil dressing. It's a staple served alongside almost every Turkish meal.
Döner Kebab
Turkey's iconic rotating meat cone - seasoned lamb and beef shaved thin, served in bread with vegetables and sauces. This recipe simulates the flavor and texture without a vertical rotisserie.
Döner Kebap (Yaprak Döner)
Authentic Turkish Döner Kebap, featuring thinly sliced lamb layered with fat, marinated, and traditionally cooked on a vertical rotisserie. This is the 'yaprak' (leaf) style, emphasizing the layered meat itself. A world-famous and iconic street food.
Dürüm Döner (Turkish Döner Wrap)
A classic Turkish street food, this Dürüm Döner features thinly shaved, flavorful döner meat, fresh vegetables, and optional sauces, all wrapped tightly in a soft lavash bread. It's a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal.
Et Sote (Turkish Beef Sauté)
A classic Turkish comfort food, Et Sote features tender cubes of beef sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and juicy tomatoes in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce. This dish is known for its simplicity and deeply satisfying flavors.