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Dried Beans

Dried Beans

(672 words)
December 18, 2025

Dried beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) are a fundamental food item with widespread consumption in Türkiye. Due to their nutritional content and economic accessibility, they are consumed in various ways by different socio-economic groups. In Turkish cuisine, dried bean has become a cultural symbol embedded in collective memory. This dish, typically served with rice, pickles and ayran, is regarded in together culture as a “national menu”. Dried beans are found in diverse settings, from House kitchens

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Meryem Betül Kaya

Meryem Betül Kaya

Dried Beans

Dried Beans

(690 words)
July 14, 2026

Dry beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) are a staple food item in Türkiye with a wide consumption base. Due to their nutritional content and economic accessibility, they are commonly consumed by various socio-economic groups. In Turk cuisine, dry fasulye has become a cultural symbol embedded in collective memory. This dish, typically served with rice, pickles, and ayran, is regarded in restaurant culture as a “milli menü” or national menu item. Ev cuisine, restaurants, school and military dining halls

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Meryem Betül Kaya

Meryem Betül Kaya

Alaca Yarma Aşı

Alaca Yarma Aşı

(307 words)
January 6, 2026

Alaca yarma aşı is a traditional dish with an important place in Anatolian culinary culture. The combination of cereal and legumes in its preparation ensures that it is both filling and nutritious. Although prepared with regional variations, its fundamental characteristics remain consistent. It is one of the examples that demonstrate the continuity of local culinary traditions. Ingredients and Preparation Method The main ingredient of the dish is cracked wheat, known as yarma, which has been deh

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Rüya Dumlu

Rüya Dumlu