What is pide? Turkish pide is a boat-shaped flatbread, topped and baked in a hot oven. First, a baker shapes leavened dough into a long oval. Then they add toppings like cheese, minced meat or vegetables. Next, they fold the […]
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What is kunafa? It is a warm Middle Eastern dessert made from crisp shredded pastry and sweet syrup. First, cooks layer the pastry with cheese or cream. Then they bake it until golden and crunchy. Finally, they soak it in […]
What is baklava? It is a rich, sweet pastry made from layers of thin filo dough. First, cooks brush each layer with butter. Then they add chopped nuts and bake it until golden. Finally, they soak it in sweet syrup. […]
What is a Turkish mixed grill? It is a generous sharing platter of assorted charcoal-grilled kebabs. First, the kitchen grills several cuts of marinated meat over hot coals. Then they pile them onto one large plate. Finally, they add rice, […]
What is Turkish lamb shank? It is a hearty main of lamb shank, slow-cooked until the meat falls off the bone. First, cooks braise the shank for hours with tomato, onion and herbs. Then the meat turns meltingly tender. Finally, […]
What is falafel? It is a crispy, deep-fried ball made from ground chickpeas and herbs. First, cooks blend the chickpeas with garlic, onion and spices. Then they shape the mix into small balls or patties. Finally, they fry them until […]
What is hummus? It is a smooth, creamy dip made from chickpeas and tahini. First, cooks blend the chickpeas with lemon juice, garlic and olive oil. Then they whip it until soft and silky. Finally, they finish it with a drizzle […]
What is muhammara? It is a smoky, sweet-and-spicy dip made from roasted red peppers and walnuts. First, cooks blend the peppers with olive oil, a little chilli and warm spices. Then they spread it thick and serve it with warm […]
What is beyti kebab? Beyti kebab is a Turkish speciality of seasoned minced lamb, grilled and then wrapped in thin lavash bread. First, cooks slice the wrap into neat rounds. Then they arrange them on the plate and top them […]
What is barg kebab? Barg kebab is a classic Persian kebab of thin, tender fillet, marinated and grilled over charcoal. In Persian, “barg” means leaf, a nod to the thin, leaf-like slices of meat. First, cooks marinate the fillet in onion, […]
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