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Nettles with Rice (Isırgan Çeşitlemesi)
2008-05-06 22:09:00 Makes 3-4 servings250 g fresh nettles * 1 onion * 50 g parsley * 2 tbsp olive oil * 1 coffee cup rice * 1 cup water (from boiling the nettles) * ½ tsp red pepper * saltUse plastic gloves. Wash the nettles and remove the thicker stems. Cook the nettles in some water with salt. Meanwhile, sauté the minced onion with the olive oil. Add the nettles and minced parsley and mix. Add the rice, seasonings and water. Cook for about 15 minutes over low fire.Nettles (Isırgan Otu) More About: Rice
Nettles with Rice (Is?rgan Çe?itlemesi)
2008-05-06 22:09:00 Makes 3-4 servings 250 g fresh nettles * 1 onion * 50 g parsley * 2 tbsp olive oil * 1 coffee cup rice * 1 cup water (from boiling the nettles) * ½ tsp red pepper * salt Use plastic gloves. Wash the... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Rice , Vegetarian Recipes
Potato Salad (Patates Salatası)
2008-04-17 17:42:00 Makes 5-6 servings5 medium sized potatoes * 50 g parsley * 1 carrot * 1/2 lemon juice * black pepper * saltBoil the potatoes and the carrot. Filter and mash them with a fork or in the mixer. Mince the parsley. Mix the mashed potatoes and carrot with the minced parsley, lemon juice and a bit of black pepper and salt. Let it cool down a little. Make small balls and serve cold or warm with pickles. More About: Salad , Potato
Potato Salad (Patates Salatas?)
2008-04-17 17:42:00 Makes 5-6 servings 5 medium sized potatoes * 50 g parsley * 1 carrot * 1/2 lemon juice * black pepper * salt Boil the potatoes and the carrot. Filter and mash them with a fork or in the mixer.... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Vegetarian Recipes , Appetizers , Salad , Potato , Salads
Çorum Bread (Çorum Ekmek)
2008-04-04 14:44:00 Although it seems ordinary bread equal to many others, it surprises for its crustiness, lightness and has also the typical flavor of bread baked in firewood stove. This is the type of bread most... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Bread
Çorum Bread (Çorum Ekmek)
2008-04-04 14:44:00 Although it seems ordinary bread equal to many others, it surprises for its crustiness, lightness and has also the typical flavor of bread baked in firewood stove.This is the type of bread most consumed in Turkey, and is also used in the döner and other Turkish fast-food, especially in fried fish sandwiches, which are also very typical.This bread is made with Çorum flour. Çorum is a Turkish province located in the Black Sea region, which is also known for having the best flour of the country. More About: Bread
Vanilla & Almond Pudding (Keşkül)
2008-04-03 22:13:00 Makes 4 servings 4 cups milk * 1 cup sugar * 1/3 cup cornstarch * 4 egg yolks * 1 tbsp vanilla extract * 1/2 cup chopped almonds To garnish: Chopped almonds Place the milk and sugar in a cooking... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Almond , Pudding , Vanilla
Orchid Root Drink (Salep)
2008-04-01 17:38:00 The salep is a drink made of orchid root in powder called salep, which lends its name to the drink. It is a hot drink very common in Turkey during the winter, like the boza, another drink made with... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Drink , Root
Orchid Root Drink (Salep)
2008-04-01 17:38:00 The salep is a drink made of orchid root in powder called salep, which lends its name to the drink.It is a hot drink very common in Turkey during the winter, like the boza, another drink made with bulgur.Salep seller - center of AnkaraThe popularity of salep extended from Turkey and the Middle East to England and Germany before the coming of coffee and tea, and later remained as an alternative beverage.The Romans used the orchid roots to produce some beverages considered a powerful aphrodisiac.In Turkey there are desserts made with salep and also ice creams. The Turkish city of KahramanmaraÅŸ is the biggest salep producer and the delicious KahramanmaraÅŸ ice creams are famous throughout Turkey.The popularity of salep in Turkey led to the decrease in the amount of wild orchids in the country. As a result, it is illegal to export salep. Also due to this fact, there are many instant mixtures for sale to make salep drink with artificial aroma. Makes 1 serving1 cup milk * 1 tsp salep * p... More About: Drink , Root
Ground Beef and Beet Leaves Stew (Pazı Kavurması) with Yogurt Dip (Sarmı
2008-03-31 07:47:00 Makes 4 servingsGround Beef and Beet Leaves Stew (Pazı Kavurması)300 g beet greens * 300 g ground beef * 2 garlic cloves * 1 onion * 1 cup water * 3 tbsp olive oil * salt * red pepperCut the beet greens and remove the stems. Cook the beet greens with water. Filter and reserve. Sauté the minced onion and garlic in the olive oil. Add the ground beef and go on sautéing for more 3-4 minutes. Add the beet greens, seasonings and water and cook for about 15 minutes. Serve with yogurt dip.Note: If you do not have beet greens you can make this dish with spinach or cabbage.Yogurt Dip with Garlic and Dill (Sarmısaklı Dereotlu Yoğurt)6 tbsp plan yogurt * 2 tbsp water * salt * 2 tbsp minced fresh dill * 3 garlic clovesMix the yogurt with the water and salt. Add the minced dill and garlic. Pour this dip over the stew.Note: If you use Turkish or Greek yogurt you don’t need to add water.
Ground Beef and Beet Leaves Stew (Paz? Kavurmas?) with Yogurt Dip (Sarm?sak
2008-03-31 07:47:00 Makes 4 servings Ground Beef and Beet Leaves Stew (Paz? Kavurmas?) 300 g beet greens * 300 g ground beef * 2 garlic cloves * 1 onion * 1 cup water * 3 tbsp olive oil * salt * red pepper Cut the... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Yogurt , Sarm
Lemon Cake with White Chocolate Cream (Limonlu Kek)
2008-03-30 12:35:00 Makes 10-12 slices 125 g margarine * 1 1/2 cup sugar * 1/2 tsp salt * 2 eggs * 3 tbsp milk * 3 tbsp lemon juice * 2 cups flour * 1 tbsp lemon juice * 1 lemon zest * 1 tbsp baking powder To garnish:... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Lemon , White , Desserts , Cakes , Pastries
Ground Meat with Eggs (Kıymalı Yumurta)
2008-03-21 11:51:00 Makes 2 servings200 g ground meat * 2 small green peppers * 2 eggs * 3 tbsp olive oil * salt * dried thymeSauté de ground meat in the olive oil for about 10 minutes. Add the peppers cut in small pieces and the seasonings. Stir and cook for more five to seven minutes. Find some space in the middle of the meat for the eggs or cover the meat with the two eggs. You can spread a little the egg over the meat.This dish can be served for breakfast or can be a part of any other meal. More About: Meat , Eggs , Ground
Ground Meat with Eggs (K?ymal? Yumurta)
2008-03-21 11:51:00 Makes 2 servings 200 g ground meat * 2 small green peppers * 2 eggs * 3 tbsp olive oil * salt * dried thyme Sauté de ground meat in the olive oil for about 10 minutes. Add the peppers cut in small... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Meat , Eggs , Ground
Chickpea Salad (Nohut Salatas?)
2008-03-19 12:02:00 Makes 4 servings 400 g cooked chickpeas * 6 tbsp olive oil * 6 tbsp vinegar * 1 lemon juice * 4 tbsp minced chives * 6 tbsp minced parsley Mix the olive oil with the vinegar, lemon and salt. Cover... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Vegetarian Recipes , Salad , Salads
Chickpea Salad (Nohut Salatası)
2008-03-19 12:02:00 Makes 4 servings400 g cooked chickpeas * 6 tbsp olive oil * 6 tbsp vinegar * 1 lemon juice * 4 tbsp minced chives * 6 tbsp minced parsleyMix the olive oil with the vinegar, lemon and salt. Cover the chickpeas with the sauce and mix. At the time of serving add the parsley and chives and mix.This dish is usually served to complement other mezes (appetizers), like köftes, for example. The combination of various mezes is a main meal. More About: Salad
Turkish Baggels with Mahaleb (Açma)
2008-03-16 09:44:00 For 8 baggels 500 g flour * 20 g yeast * 1/2 cup milk * 1/2 cup water * 1/4 cup oil * 1 tbsp sugar * 1 tsp salt * 2 egg whites * 2 tsp mahaleb To garnish: 2 egg yolks * sesame seeds * nigella seeds Mix the yeast with the milk and the sugar and stir well to dissolve the yeast. Place the flour in a bowl and open a hole in the center. Put all the ingredients inside and knead very well. Cover with a cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes. Divide the dough into four pieces and open each one with a roller pin. After opening, divide it again in two equal parts. Make a roll with each and then make rings. Arrange them on a greased oven tray and brush each one with the beaten egg yolks. Sprinkle with the seeds. Let it rest for 30 minutes before placing in the oven. Cook on a 180° pre-heated oven for about 30 minutes. More About: Turkish
Turkish Baggels with Mahaleb (Açma)
2008-03-16 09:44:00 For 8 baggels 500 g flour * 20 g yeast * 1/2 cup milk * 1/2 cup water * 1/4 cup oil * 1 tbsp sugar * 1 tsp salt * 2 egg whites * 2 tsp mahaleb To garnish: 2 egg yolks * sesame seeds * nigella... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Pastries , Vegetarian Recipes , Tea time
Forest Kebab (Orman Kebabı)
2008-03-05 10:32:00 Makes 4 servings250 g beef or veal * 2 tbsp olive oil * 1 large onion * 1 large potato * 1 carrot * 1 cup peas * 1 tsp tomato paste * 3 cups water * 1 tsp dried thyme * saltCut the meat in cubes and cook with water until it gets soft. Cut into small pieces and reserve. Mince the onion. Cut the potato and the carrot in small pieces. Sauté the onion in the olive oil. Add the tomato paste, potatoes, carrots and the cooked meat. Add the water, salt and thyme. Cook for about 15 minutes over low heat. Add the peas (cooked, frozen or fresh) and cook for 10 minutes. More About: Forest
Forest Kebab (Orman Kebab?)
2008-03-05 10:32:00 Makes 4 servings 250 g beef or veal * 2 tbsp olive oil * 1 large onion * 1 large potato * 1 carrot * 1 cup peas * 1 tsp tomato paste * 3 cups water * 1 tsp dried thyme * salt Cut the meat in cubes... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Forest
Rice with Eggplant and Lemon (Patlıcanlı Pilav)
2008-02-19 17:51:00 Makes 2-3 servings1 cup rice * 1 1/2 cup water * 1 eggplant * 4 tbsp olive oil * salt * 1 tbsp lemon zestPeel the eggplant and cut into small cubes. Soak in water with salt for 10 minutes. Wash the rice and soak it in hot water for 15 minutes. Pour two tablespoons of olive oil in a cooking pot and sauté the rice for about two minutes. Add the water and salt and cook until all the water evaporates. Place the eggplant cubes over a kitchen towel to release the excess of water. Saute the eggplant with two tablespoons of olive oil until they become lightly golden. Cover the rice with the eggplant and the lemon zest. Stir gently and serve. More About: Lemon , Rice , Eggplant
Rice with Eggplant and Lemon (Patl?canl? Pilav)
2008-02-19 17:51:00 Makes 2-3 servings 1 cup rice * 1 1/2 cup water * 1 eggplant * 4 tbsp olive oil * salt * 1 tbsp lemon zest Peel the eggplant and cut into small cubes. Soak in water with salt for 10 minutes. Wash... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Lemon , Rice , Vegetarian Recipes , Eggplant
Spinach and Meat Stew With Yogurt Dip (Yo?urtlu Ispanak)
2008-02-16 15:18:00 Makes 2-3 servings 500 g spinach * 4 tbsp olive oil * 1 onion * 200 g ground beef or veal * 1/2 cup rice * 2 cups water * salt * ½ tsp red pepper For the yogurt dip: 1 cup plain yogurt * 2 garlic... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Meat , Sauces , Yogurt , Spinach
Potato Börek (Patatesli Börek)
2008-02-15 16:24:00 5 phyllo pastry sheets (yufka) * 6 potatoes * 2 medium onions * 1/2 tsp red pepper * black pepper * 50 ml olive oil * salt * 2 eggs Peel the potatoes and boil them. Mash the potatoes with a fork.... This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Pastries , Vegetarian Recipes , Tea time , Potato
Potato Börek (Patatesli Börek)
2008-02-15 16:24:00 5 phyllo pastry sheets (yufka) * 6 potatoes * 2 medium onions * 1/2 tsp red pepper * black pepper * 50 ml olive oil * salt * 2 eggsPeel the potatoes and boil them. Mash the potatoes with a fork. Mince the onions. Sauté the onions in olive oil in a large frying pan. Add the potatoes and seasonings and mix well. Cook for about five minutes and remove from fire. Let it cool down. Grease an oven tray with olive oil.Open a phyllo pastry sheet and place the filling in one of the extremities. Make a roll.Place the roll on the oven tray giving a spiral shape.Proceed in the same way with the remaining phyllo sheets. If the filling is only enough for four phyllo sheets, use only that amount. Place each roll around the previous one. Finally, cover with two beaten eggs. Cook on a 170° pre-heated oven for about 35 minutes. Let it cool down a little and cut into slices.Find more börek recipes here. More About: Potato
Dry Mint (Kuru Nane)
2008-02-13 23:35:00 The dry mint is indispensable in many Turkish recipes, particularly in some soups. Gives a unique and delicious flavor to dishes and is more discreet than the fresh mint. This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Glossary , Mint
Dry Mint (Kuru Nane)
2008-02-13 23:35:00 The dry mint is indispensable in many Turkish recipes, particularly in some soups. Gives a unique and delicious flavor to dishes and is more discreet than the fresh mint. More About: Mint
Baked Chestnut Seller
2008-02-11 23:28:00 Bahçelievler - Ankara More About: Baked , Seller , Chestnut
Baked Chestnut Seller
2008-02-11 23:28:00 Bahçelievler - Ankara This is a summary. Click in Turkish & Delicious (top of the page) and visit the website for full content. Thank you! More About: Baked , Seller , Chestnut
Spinach and Meat Stew With Yogurt Dip (YoÄŸurtlu Ispanak)
More articles from this author:2008-02-11 15:18:00 Makes 2-3 servings500 g spinach * 4 tbsp olive oil * 1 onion * 200 g ground beef or veal * 1/2 cup rice * 2 cups water * salt * ½ tsp red pepperFor the yogurt dip:1 cup plain yogurt * 2 garlic clovesWash the spinach and cut them. Mince the onion. Bring to fire the olive oil, the ground meat and the onion. Cook until the meat releases all the juice. Add the spinach. Cover the cooking pot and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the rice, water and seasonings. Keep on fire until the rice is cooked. Meanwhile, prepare the yogurt dip. Mix the yogurt with the minced garlic. When the stew is ready, place it in a serving plate and serve with the yogurt dip. More About: Meat , Yogurt , Spinach 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
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