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Orman kebabı is a traditional dish in Turkish cuisine, prepared by cooking meat together with vegetables. It is made using lamb or beef combined with vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, peas, and onions. The dish is prepared using boneless lamb shoulder or leg meat and is cooked in a pot, then served hot.^【1】

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The origin of Orman kebabı traces back to various regions of Anatolia and has evolved as part of the longstanding tradition of meat-and-vegetable dishes. During the Ottoman Empire, similar flavors were achieved through different combinations of meat and vegetables. In the inland regions of Anatolia, where lamb and beef were widely used, this dish underwent numerous variations over time and has reached the present day in its current form.

(Per serving)

• Energy: 391 calories
• Protein: 22.8 g
• Fat: 26.8 g
• Carbohydrate: 13.9 g
• Calcium: 40 mg
• Iron: 2.44 mg
• Phosphorus: 238 mg
• Zinc: 4 mg
• Sodium: 559 mg
• Vitamin A: 3007 IU
• Thiamin: 0.26 mg
• Riboflavin: 0.26 mg
• Niacin: 7.14 mg
• Vitamin C: 11 mg
• Cholesterol: 88 mg^【2】

• 1 kg boneless lamb shoulder or leg meat
• 3 large onions (280 g)
• 2 medium carrots (200 g)
• 4 medium potatoes (400 g)
• 2 medium tomatoes (250 g)
• 1/4 cup peas (35 g)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt (9 g)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
• 1 glass warm water (200 g)
• 1 teaspoon oregano (0.7 g)^【3】

The meat is cut into 2 cm (3/4 inch) cubes. The cubed meat is placed in a pot together with the onions and slowly browned over low heat with the lid on, stirring occasionally for about an hour. Then, the vegetables are cut into 2 cm cubes and added to the pot along with the peas. Salt and black pepper are added, followed by warm water. The pot is covered and left to simmer.

After all ingredients have been added, the pot is covered and the dish is cooked over low heat. It is simmered for approximately 40 minutes until the meat and vegetables become tender and the flavors meld together. In the final stage, oregano is sprinkled on top and the dish is ready to serve.

Orman kebabı is served as a main course, hot. It is traditionally accompanied by side dishes such as rice, bulgur, or yogurt. It is a well-known dish throughout Türkiye and is found in both home cooking and restaurant menus.