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title: Ekşili Kebab
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url: /detay/eksili-kebab-6ba4d
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language: English
entity:
  primary: Ekşili Kebab
  type: article
  disambiguation: Authentic Kilis Ekşili Kebab:  Sour, meaty delight.  Protected Turkish recipe.
  categories:
    - name: Gastronomy
      slug: gastronomi
      url: /kategori/gastronomi
    - name: General Knowledge
      slug: genel-kultur
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  tags:
    - Ekşili Kebab
    - Pomegranate molasses
    - Geographical Indication
    - Turkish Cuisine
    - Kilis
author: Sinem Bostan
created_at: 2025-07-09T21:44:21.055653+03:00
updated_at: 2025-07-10T10:02:23.835221+03:00
---

# Ekşili Kebab

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## KURE Information Cards

### KURE Information Card: Ekşili Kebab

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*The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office*

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Distinctive Feature(s) | Small bulgur meatballs cooked in a sour-flavored sauce made with pomegranate molasses |
| Cooking Method(s) | Boiled in a pot / traditional wood fire method |
| Registration Number(Text) | 5562 |
| Registration Date(Text) | 2021–2022 |
| Consumption Style | Served hot Accompanied by rice, ayran, or flatbread (lavaş) |
| Main Ingredients | Minced meat, Fine bulgur, Chickpeas, Eggplant, Tomato paste, Pomegranate molasses, Spices |
| Registration Holder | Kilis Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
| Registration Type | Geographical Indication – Designation of Origin |
| Geographical Origin | Kilis Türkiye |

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## Article Content

**&#65279;&#65279;&#65279;Ekşili Kebab** is a traditional dish originating from Kilis, a province located in the southeastern region of **Türkiye**. It holds local culinary significance and is recognized as a geographically indicated product. Its geographical indication registration was granted by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on **November 15, 2022**, and is registered under the name of the **Kilis Chamber of Commerce and Industry**. This dish, which combines meat and vegetables, stands out for its distinctive sour flavor and represents one of the authentic tastes of [Kilis cuisine](/en/detay/kilis-eksili-kebabi-ae9ab/llms.txt).

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/07/02/ii523f2VmPiOdlY68jNMoIfAfS30bnxU.jpg)
*Ekşili Kebab ( Kültür Portalı )*

### **Origin and Cultural Context**

The cuisine of Kilis has been shaped historically by diverse cultural influences in the region, forming a distinctive gastronomic identity. Meat-based dishes are especially prominent in the local culinary tradition. Among these, [Ekşili Kebab](/en/detay/eksili-kebap-b152e/llms.txt) holds an important place and is traditionally prepared for special occasions and when hosting guests.

### **Preparation and Ingredients**

The main components of the dish include lean ground meat, fine bulgur, onion, parsley, and local spices. Small meatballs are formed from this mixture. The main broth is prepared using bone-in meat, tomato paste, and **pomegranate molasses**, which imparts the dish’s characteristic sour flavor. Chickpeas and eggplants are also used in the preparation. Cooking is done in a pot, with the meatballs being simmered in the sour sauce. Parsley is typically used for garnish when serving.

### **Distinctive Features**

The distinctive feature of Ekşili Kebab lies in its sour taste, achieved through the use of pomegranate molasses and regional tomato paste. The method of forming bulgur into meatballs and simmering them in a sour sauce enhances the dish’s unique flavor. These qualities contribute to its recognition and protection as a product specific to [Kilis cuisine](/en/detay/kilis-tava-a9a88/llms.txt) through geographical indication.

### **Registration and Protection**

The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office registered **Ekşili Kebab** as a geographical indication on behalf of the **Kilis Chamber of Commerce and Industry** during the years 2021–2022. This registration defines the specific recipe, ingredients, and preparation methods, ensuring the preservation of this traditional flavor unique to **Türkiye**.

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## Academic Sources and References

1. Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı. “Ekşili Kebap.” Türkiye Kültür Portalı. Erişim 2 Temmuz 2025. https://www.kulturportali.gov.tr/turkiye/kilis/neyenir/eksili-kebap-1.
2. Türk Patent ve Marka Kurumu. “Coğrafi İşaret Bilgi Sayfası: Ekşili Kebap (5562).” Erişim 2 Temmuz 2025. https://ci.turkpatent.gov.tr/cografi-isaretler/detay/5562.
3. Türk Patent ve Marka Kurumu. “Ekşili Kebap Coğrafi İşaret Tescil Belgesi (PDF).” Erişim 2 Temmuz 2025. https://ci.turkpatent.gov.tr/Files/GeographicalSigns/5f17cc92-3580-4e90-92f1-b127a29c80c3.pdf.