
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

Lahmacun is one of the beloved dishes of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. It is prepared by spreading a mixture of minced meat, onion, parsley, garlic, tomato, pepper, and spices onto thinly rolled dough and baking it quickly in a high-temperature oven. Although referred to as “Turkish pizza” in Europe, the origin and preparation method of lahmacun distinguish it from other dough-based dishes.History of LahmacunThe history of lahmacun is believed to date back many centuries. Archaeologi
ENAbdulkadir Tamkoç