---
title: Muhlama (EN)
slug: muhlama-en
url: /detay/muhlama-en
type: article
language: English
entity:
  primary: Muhlama (EN)
  type: article
  disambiguation: Authentic Black Sea Muhlama recipe. Creamy cornmeal dish with cheese & butter.  Rize region specialty. Try it!
  categories:
    - name: Gastronomy
      slug: gastronomi
      url: /kategori/gastronomi
    - name: General Knowledge
      slug: genel-kultur
      url: /kategori/genel-kultur
  tags:
    - cheese
    - kuymak
    - muhlama
    - Butter
    - Trabzon
    - Flour
    - Rize
author: Ahsen Buyurkan
created_at: 2025-03-18T15:23:07.675869+03:00
updated_at: 2025-04-17T10:58:33.906722+03:00
---

# Muhlama (EN)

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## Article Content

The Black Sea Region is located in the northeastern part of Turkey and [has](/en/detay/has-3/llms.txt) a coastline along the Black Sea. Black Sea cuisine is known for its traditional dishes, which are nourished by the region's natural environment and agricultural activities, blending both seafood and land products. Ingredients such as hazelnuts, corn, cabbage, fish, and butter are the primary components of Black Sea cuisine. The dishes in the region are generally made using natural and local ingredients, reflecting the gastronomic diversity of the Black Sea. Traditional dishes are not only significant in terms of taste but also play [an](/en/detay/an-2/llms.txt) essential role as a part of the region's cultural identity.

### **Muhlama**

**Muhlama&#32;**is another Black Sea dish, particularly associated with the Rize region. Unlike ***kuymak***, [muhlama](/en/detay/muhlama/llms.txt) is made using milk or cream. Additionally, a small amount of double-roasted cornmeal or wheat flour is added. Butter and cheese are also essential ingredients of muhlama. It has a more fluid consistency and is typically preferred hot for breakfast.

### **Preparation Process**

In the preparation of muhlama, milk or cream is mixed with butter and cheese in a pan. Then, flour is added, and the mixing process continues. During this process, the ingredients are cooked until a thick consistency is achieved. When serving, extra butter is added on [top](/en/detay/top-2/llms.txt), and the dish is served hot.

### **Ingredients Used**

- **Main ingredients:** Milk or cream, butter, cheese, cornmeal, or wheat flour.
- **Regional ingredients:** *Kolot* cheese and butter from Rize.

(Kaynak:&#32;[Anadolu Ajansı](https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/ekonomi/trabzon-kuymagi-cografi-isaret-belgesi-aldi/3384663))

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