--- title: Develi Cıvıklısı slug: develi-civiklisi-1ef5b url: /detay/develi-civiklisi-1ef5b type: article language: English entity: primary: Develi Cıvıklısı type: article disambiguation: Develi Cıvıklısı: Kayseri'nin lezzetli, etli pide! Coğrafi işaretli. categories: - name: Gastronomy slug: gastronomi url: /kategori/gastronomi - name: General Knowledge slug: genel-kultur url: /kategori/genel-kultur tags: - Stone Ovens - Develi Cıvıklısı - Lamb Meat - Geographical Indication - Kayseri author: Melahat Pamuk created_at: 2025-06-27T23:07:47.354184+03:00 updated_at: 2025-06-28T08:24:32.531103+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/06/27/fXbCZfsfkGuuCQvr9hG6F0YmPF2W9ypS.jpg --- # Develi Cıvıklısı ## KURE Information Cards ### KURE Information Card: Develi Cıvıklısı ![20140922165115_0.jpg](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/06/27/gFv05Gqyzu2fpvWGhVm3yIaGRnBCQA4z.jpg) *Develi Cıvıklısı* | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Cooking Method(s) | Baked in special ovens constructed with Erciyes stones and heated using oak or red pine wood. | | Registration Date(Text) | January 23, 2008 | | Registration Number(Text) | 110 | | Origin(s) | Develi / KAYSERİ | | Main Ingredient | Lamb meat,dough, tomato and pepper | | Registered Authority | Turkish Patent and Trademark Office | ## Article Content **Develi Cıvıklısı** is a type of meat-filled flatbread unique to the [Develi](/en/detay/develi-district-d5273/llms.txt) district of Kayseri, Turkey. It was registered as a geographical indication under designation of origin (Mahreç İşareti) by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on January 23, 2008, with Registration No. 110. This certification ensures the protection of the product's traditional and regional qualities. ### **History** The history of baking in [Develi](/en/detay/develi-ilce-8c14b/llms.txt) dates back to the Hittite period. Near Kızık village in the Ahmet Pınarı area, there were remnants of ovens and ash pits believed to belong to the Hittites, which remained visible until about 25 years ago before disappearing due to infrastructure works. Similarly, in the ancient Roman city of Gereme, located within modern-day Develi, archaeological traces of ovens were once present, though many were lost due to natural disasters and unauthorized excavations. #### **Origin of the Name “Cıvıklı”** The name "Cıvıklı" derives from the texture of the meat. As whole cuts of lamb are finely minced using a double-knife technique, the fat softens and emulsifies, giving the mixture a moist, slightly runny consistency—hence the name "Cıvıklı," meaning "moist" or "juicy." ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/06/27/39keqAErZZi1DOKThcCCGr6SmyGkul9O.jpg) *Develi Cıvıklısı (Anadolu Ajansı)* ### **Preparation and Key Features** The primary ingredients of [Develi Cıvıklısı](/en/detay/develi-civiklisi-c8fe0/llms.txt) include medium-fat lamb meat, onion, green pepper, garlic, parsley, a blend of spices (black pepper, red pepper, chili flakes), and a special leavened dough made with local wheat flour. The flour used is second-grade with a 74–76 extraction rate, high in bran, and with a normal gluten level—an important factor in giving the dough its unique character. The meat is first diced and then minced with a double-knife method. After mixing with the vegetables and spices, it is left to rest for flavor development. The dough is portioned into approximately 200-gram balls, rolled thin, and topped with the prepared mixture. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/06/27/tch0mE3wD2bJ92hXaBz3eeqzNTTqIo9T.jpg) *Ingredients of Develi Cıvıklısı (Anadolu Agency)* ### **Oven Structure** Cıvıklı is traditionally baked in specially constructed stone ovens. These ovens are made with heat-resistant stones from Mount Erciyes, layered over crushed rock salt, glass shards, and fine sand from the Kızılırmak River to provide excellent thermal insulation. The dome and walls are built with fire bricks. The ovens are fueled by low-smoke hardwoods such as oak and red pine, allowing even baking of the flatbread. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/06/27/vpWgMJUjIPYhJ9SVfPIw8iRnqHQmialy.jpg) *Preparation Steps of Develi Cıvıklısı (Anadolu Agency)* ### **Distinguishing Characteristics** Develi Cıvıklısı stands out due to: - The use of naturally raised local lamb - Region-specific flour and water in dough preparation - The double-knife meat mincing technique - Baking in traditional high-thermal stone ovens - Even distribution of topping on the dough ## Academic Sources and References 1. Anadolu Agency. “A Flavour Explosion from Kayseri Cuisine: Develi Cıvıklısı.” AA – Turkey’s Authentic Flavours, September 30, 2018. Accessed June 27, 2025. . 2. Develi Municipality. “Develi Cıvıklısı.” Official Website of the Municipality of Develi. Accessed June 27, 2025. https://www.develi.bel.tr/bilgi/develi-civiklisi. 3. Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism. “Develi Cıvıklısı.” Kayseri - What to Eat. Accessed June 27, 2025. https://www.kulturportali.gov.tr/turkiye/kayseri/neyenir/develi-civiklisi-1. 4. Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism. “Develi Cıvıklısı.” Kulturportali.gov.tr. Accessed June 27, 2025. https://www.kulturportali.gov.tr/portal/develi-civiklisi. 5. Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. Geographical Indications - Develi Cıvıklısı. Registration No. 110. Accessed June 27, 2025. https://ci.turkpatent.gov.tr/cografi-isaretler/detay/37944. ## Related Articles - [Ulukale Mosque ](//detay/ulukale-mosque-bbb57/llms.txt) - [St. Pierre (Saint Peter) Church](//detay/st-pierre-saint-peter-church-19a51/llms.txt) - [Afyon Bükmesi (Afyon-Style Bükme)](//detay/afyon-bukmesi-afyon-style-bukme-823a4/llms.txt)