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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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Biber Salçası - Turkish Red Pepper Paste

Biber Salçası - Turkish Red Pepper Paste

Biber Salçası is a rich, peppery, and deeply red Turkish condiment made from fresh red peppers.

Kandil Simidi - Turkish Savory Cookies

Kandil Simidi - Turkish Savory Cookies

These crumbly, savory cookies called Kandil Simidi are a Turkish favourite for tea time.

Un Kurabiyesi - Turkish Flour Cookies

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.

Pişi - Turkish Fried Dough

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

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.

Makarna Salatası - Healthy Turkish Pasta Salad

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)

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.

Patlıcan Salatası  - Smoky Turkish Eggplant Salad

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

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.

Patates Salatasi - Turkish Potato Salad (No Mayo)

Patates Salatasi - Turkish Potato Salad (No Mayo)

If you like simple, tangy, and light salads that work well year-round, Patates Salatası (Turkish Potato Salad without mayo) is a great one to try.

Kiymali Yumurta - Turkish Ground Beef and Eggs

Kiymali Yumurta - Turkish Ground Beef and Eggs

Kiymali Yumurta – Spicy Turkish Ground Beef and Eggs is a delicious breakfast dish made with sautéed ground beef, onions, chilies, tomatoes, and a few spices, then finished off with eggs cooked right in the same pan.

Kuzu Incik - Turkish Lamb Shank

Kuzu Incik - Turkish Lamb Shank

Kuzu Incik is a slow-cooked Turkish dish made with lamb shank gently simmered with vegetables, and herbs until it's tender and full of flavour.

Kuru Patlican Dolmasi - Stuffed Dried Eggplant

Kuru Patlican Dolmasi - Stuffed Dried Eggplant

Kuru Patlıcan Dolması is a comforting and delicious Turkish dish made by stuffing dried eggplants with a savory filling of rice, spices, and herbs.

Biberli Ekmek - Turkish Pepper Bread

Biberli Ekmek - Turkish Pepper Bread

Biberli Ekmek, or Turkish Pepper Bread, is a traditional flatbread that comes straight from the heart of Hatay in southern Turkey.

Kadınbudu Köfte - Turkish Meatballs with Rice

Kadınbudu Köfte - Turkish Meatballs with Rice

Kadınbudu Köfte – Turkish Meatballs with Rice is one of those classic Turkish dishes mainly known and loved by regular households in Turkey.

Açma - Turkish Soft Bread Rings

Açma - Turkish Soft Bread Rings

Açma, also known as Turkish Soft Bread Rings, is a popular street food known for its soft, pillowy texture and rich, buttery taste.

Kıymalı Makarna - Turkish Pasta with Ground Beef

Kıymalı Makarna - Turkish Pasta with Ground Beef

Kıymalı Makarna is a comforting and easy-to-make Turkish pasta dish with ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and simple spices.

Urfa Kebab - Turkish Ground Lamb Kebab

Urfa Kebab - Turkish Ground Lamb Kebab

Urfa Lamb Kebab is a tender and delicious Turkish dish made from ground lamb mixed with red pepper paste and a few spices.

Havuç Tarator - Turkish Carrot Dip with Yogurt

Havuç Tarator - Turkish Carrot Dip with Yogurt

Havuç Tarator (or Carrot Tarator) is a traditional Turkish dip made with grated carrots, thick yogurt, and garlic.

Ankara Tava - Turkish Lamb and Rice

Ankara Tava - Turkish Lamb and Rice

Ankara Tava is a delicious and hearty Turkish lamb and rice dish made with tender, slow-cooked lamb pieces and spiced aromatic rice.

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