Cooking Gorgeous327 recipes
Welcome to Cooking Gorgeous, a collection of healthy, flavoursome and easy to follow Turkish & Mediterranean recipes. I hope to share my 14 years of professional expertise as well as 30 years of cooking experience in a clear and accurate way, and I promise good results as long as you follow the recipe diligently! Traditional...Read More
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Galaktoboureko - Greek Dessert with Custard
Galaktoboureko is a simple and delicious Greek dessert made from layers of phyllo filled with semolina custard.
Biber Salçası - Turkish Red Pepper Paste
Biber Salçası is a rich, peppery, and deeply red Turkish condiment made from fresh red peppers.
Easy Greek Chicken Marinade with Yogurt
This Easy Greek Chicken Marinade is made with a simple mix of creamy yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and herbs.
Kandil Simidi - Turkish Savory Cookies
These crumbly, savory cookies called Kandil Simidi are a Turkish favourite for tea time.
Whipped Brie Cheese with Honey and Thyme
Whipped Brie Cheese with Honey and Thyme is one of those party appetizers that looks fancy but takes almost no effort.
Healthy Mediterranean Salad Dressing
If you like simple food that tastes fresh and balanced, this Healthy Mediterranean Salad Dressing is worth keeping around.
Un Kurabiyesi - Turkish Flour Cookies
Un Kurabiyesi is a shortbread-type Turkish Flour cookie, usually made with flour, butter, ground almonds, sugar, and a hint of vanilla.
How to Make Homemade Greek Yogurt
Making homemade Greek yogurt is very easy and all you need is just milk, a little bit of yogurt, and some quiet time on the counter.
Pişi - Turkish Fried Dough
Pişi is a Turkish fried dough you’ll often find at breakfast tables next to tea, olives, and jam.
Kabak Tatlısı - Easy Turkish Pumpkin Dessert
Turkish Kabak Tatlısı, or candied pumpkin dessert, is a very old Turkish dessert made from pumpkin, sugar, and served with walnuts or tahini on top.
Lokma Dessert - Fried Sweet Dough Balls
Lokma Dessert, or Fried Sweet Dough Balls, is made with a simple yeast dough that’s deep-fried until golden and crisp, then coated in syrup or honey.
Lebanese Cabbage Salad - Malfouf Salad
This Lebanese Cabbage Salad - Malfouf Salad is a refreshing, fragrant, and crunchy salad made with finely shredded cabbage, fresh lemon juice, good olive oil, fresh herbs, and a touch of dried mint.
Baked Feta with Honey and Sesame Seeds
Baked Feta with Honey and Sesame Seeds is one of my go-to appetiser recipes when I need something fast, yet it always looks and tastes like I put in more effort.
Greek Shrimp Saganaki - Garides Saganaki
Shrimp Saganaki, or Garides Saganaki in Greek, is a classic dish where shrimp are cooked in a tomato-based sauce and topped with feta cheese.
Makarna Salatası - Healthy Turkish Pasta Salad
Turkish Makarna Salatası is a healthy pasta salad consisting of cooked pasta mixed with yoghurt, mayonnaise, fresh vegetables and herbs.
How to Make Turkish Coffee (Traditional Way)
If you love strong, silky, and rich coffee, this post will show you step by step how to make Turkish coffee the traditional way, with easy steps and photos.
Leftover Turkey Pot Pie with Homemade Shortcrust
If you have leftover turkey in the fridge, this leftover turkey pot pie with homemade shortcrust pastry is an easy way to turn it into a new dinner.
Tomato Rice Pilaf - Domatesli Pilav
Tomato Rice Pilaf - Domatesli Pilav is a simple side dish made with rice, fresh summer tomatoes, butter, olive oil, and a bit of seasoning.
Patlıcan Salatası - Smoky Turkish Eggplant Salad
Patlıcan Salatası is a Turkish eggplant salad made with smoky roasted eggplant, sweet peppers, red onion, and a simple olive oil dressing.
Baked Lamb Chops - Firinda Kuzu Pirzola
If you like tender lamb with light seasoning and hearty vegetables, this classic Turkish dish Oven Baked Lamb Chops, known as Firinda Kuzu Pirzola, is a great one to try.