
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

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

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

Un Kurabiyesi is a shortbread-type Turkish Flour cookie, usually made with flour, butter, ground almonds, sugar, and a hint of vanilla.

Pişi is a Turkish fried dough you’ll often find at breakfast tables next to tea, olives, and jam.

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.

Turkish Makarna Salatası is a healthy pasta salad consisting of cooked pasta mixed with yoghurt, mayonnaise, fresh vegetables and herbs.

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 is a Turkish eggplant salad made with smoky roasted eggplant, sweet peppers, red onion, and a simple olive oil dressing.

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.

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 – 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 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 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, 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 is one of those classic Turkish dishes mainly known and loved by regular households in Turkey.

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

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

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