
Aşure is regarded as an important traditional dessert across Türkiye, as well as in the Middle East and Balkans. This dessert carries both religious and social significance and is prepared particularly on the tenth day of the Islamic lunar month of Muharrem, then distributed among the community as an act of shared generosity. For centuries, Aşure has endured as a multilayered cultural symbol shaped by literature and belief systems. History and Origins The sacredness attributed to the day of Aşur
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Meryem Betül Kaya

Antep Biber Salçası is a concentrated paste made from peppers grown in the fertile soils of Gaziantep, processed using traditional methods and dried in the sun. It has been officially registered as a Geographical Indication by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. Product Description and Distinctive Characteristics Antep Biber Salçası is typically produced from a mixture of kapya (red stuffing) peppers and hot peppers. It is available in both spicy and sweet varieties. The fleshy and large st
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Ali Hakyol

Ordu Olive Oil Stuffed Cabbage / Ordu Olive Oil Beet Leaves Roll is a traditional dish specific to Ordu province, made by wrapping rice or bulgur-based filling in cabbage leaves. The cabbage, known in Latin as Brassica oleracea, is also locally referred to as “pancar” in the region. The filling is prepared with dried onion, parsley, garlic, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, black pepper, vegetable oil and salt. The leaves are blanched, wrapped around the filling, and cooked in a pot with hot wate
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Sabiha Meyra Şahinler

Enginar dolması is a dish belonging to the category of vegetable and herb meals in Turkish cuisine, closely associated with the traditional culinary culture of the Aegean region and the province of Aydın. It can be prepared in two distinct forms: using the entire leafy head of the artichoke or solely its heart. Core Ingredients and Stuffing Composition The main components of the dish are the artichoke and rice which forms the base of the stuffing. A generous amount of olive oil is used in prepar
ENAslınur İLHAN
MuThe Black Sea Region is a coastal area located in the northeast of Türkiye. Black Sea cuisine is known for its traditional dishes, which blend ingredients from the sea and the land, reflecting the region’s natural environment and agricultural activities. Hazelnuts, corn, cabbage, fish, and butter are among the main ingredients of Black Sea cuisine. Dishes in the region are typically prepared using natural and local ingredients, reflecting the gastronomic diversity of the area. Regional dishes ho
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Ahsen Buyurkan

Antep Bulgur is a type of bulgur produced from hard durum wheat grown in the province of Gaziantep using traditional methods, and it possesses a distinctive color, aroma, and texture. It has been officially registered as a "Geographical Indication" by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. Product Description and Distinguishing Characteristics Antep Bulgur is produced from Triticum durum wheat, a variety known for its high protein content and yellow pigment (lutein). The distinguishing charact
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Ali Hakyol

Perde Pilav is one of the most refined and delicious dishes in Turkish cuisine, adorning tables for centuries. This traditional delicacy, closely associated with Siirt, attracts attention with its rich aroma that delights the palate and its visually striking presentation. Named after the thin dough layer, called “perde,” that envelops the rice, this dish is known as a festive meal prepared for special occasions and offered to guests. Perde Pilav features rice sautéed in butter, mixed with fried
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Yunus Emre Sağlam

Töğmeken yemeği is a traditional herb dish specific to Karaman cuisine. Its main ingredient is fat hen. It is among the most well-known and commonly consumed herb dishes in Karaman. Additionally, Töğmeken böreği is one of the most frequently prepared types of börek in the region. Recipe The dish is prepared by cooking fat hen with minced meat dried onion tomato tomato paste and rice. First the dried onion is sautéed in oil then the minced meat is added. Next tomato and tomato paste are incorpora
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Berna Çamur