Cooking Gorgeous72 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
Beet Hummus Recipe
This homemade Beet Hummus recipe is simple, reliable, and honestly comes out nicer than anything from a tub.
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.
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.
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.
Fresh Watermelon Vodka Cocktail
If you like light, refreshing drinks that come together quickly, this Fresh Watermelon Vodka Cocktail is a great one to try.
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.
Kashk e Bademjan - Persian Eggplant Dip
Kashk e Bademjan is a traditional Persian eggplant dip that combines roasted eggplants, caramelized onions, and a tangy dairy ingredient called kashk.
Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant Recipe
This Mediterranean-style Roasted Eggplant Recipe brings out the natural aromas of eggplant with a simple mix of olive oil and warm spices.
Fondant Potatoes - Buttery Melting Potatoes
Fondant Potatoes, also known as Melting Potatoes, are golden and crisp on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside.
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.
Ajvar - Red Pepper and Eggplant Dip
Ajvar is a delicious roasted red pepper and eggplant dip popular in Balkans and Turkey.
Hasanpaşa Köfte - Turkish Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes
Hasanpaşa Köfte is a delicious Turkish casserole dish featuring juicy meatballs topped with creamy mashed potatoes and cheese, all baked in a flavorful tomato sauce.
Classic Prawn Cocktail with Avocado
Prawn cocktail, or shrimp cocktail as it’s often called, is a retro classic that never goes out of style.
Youvetsi - Greek Beef and Orzo Stew
Youvetsi, or Giouvetsi is a classic Greek stew, made with tender beef or lamb and orzo pasta, and is cooked in a rich tomato sauce infused with spices.
Turkish Spinach Dip - Ispanak Borani
Ispanak Borani is a creamy, earthy, and delicious Turkish dip made with spinach, onions, garlic, and yogurt.
Etli Taze Fasulye - Green Bean Stew with Meat
Etli Taze Fasulye Yemegi, or Green Bean Stew with Meat, is a traditional Turkish vegetable stew where fresh green beans and meat are simmered in a simple tomato sauce until tender.
Kabak Dolması - Rice Stuffed Zucchini
Kabak Dolması, or Rice-stuffed Zucchini (courgette in UK), is a traditional dish that brings together fresh zucchini and a flavorful filling made with rice, ground meat, fresh herbs, onions, and spices.
Papoutsakia - Vegetarian Greek Stuffed Eggplant
Eggplant Papoutsakia (or Patlıcan Pabucaki) is a delightful vegetarian dish from Greek and Turkish cuisine.