
Mardin cuisine is a multifaceted regional cuisine shaped by the interaction of traditional culinary practices of Arab, Kurdish, Syriac and Turkic communities who have lived together in Mardin, one of the provinces of Southeastern Anatolia, throughout history. The regional cuisine is distinguished by meat and grain-based recipes as well as fruit-meat combinations, curing techniques, a wide variety of spices and distinctive food preparation methods. Common ingredients include bulgur, tail fat, but
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Zelal Çakar

Mardin Irok is a registered type of stuffed meatball unique to Mardin cuisine, prepared by filling with a spiced meat mixture and frying. Served hot, and optionally with yogurt, Irok is an important dish that reflects Mardin’s cultural heritage and local production knowledge, consumed both in daily meals and on special occasions. It was officially registered in 2023 as a geographical indication with a certification mark.Geographical Indication and Registration StatusMardin Irok was registered on
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Sinem Bostan