Welcome to Cooking Gorgeous, a collection of healthy, flavoursome and easy to follow Turkish & Mediterranean recipes. I hope to share my 14 years of professional expertise as well as 30 years of cooking experience in a clear and accurate way, and I promise good results as long as you follow the recipe diligently! Traditional...Read More
Açma, also known as Turkish Soft Bread Rings, is a popular street food known for its soft, pillowy texture and rich, buttery taste.
Kıymalı Makarna is a comforting and easy-to-make Turkish pasta dish with ground beef, onions, tomatoes, and simple spices.
Fondant Potatoes, also known as Melting Potatoes, are golden and crisp on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside.
Pickled cucumber, known as Salatalık Turşusu in Turkish, has a crisp texture and a tangy flavor.
Skordalia is a classic Greek Potato Dip flavoured with garlic, olive oil, and vinegar.
Urfa Lamb Kebab is a tender and delicious Turkish dish made from ground lamb mixed with red pepper paste and a few spices.
Paskalya Çöreği, also known as Tsoureki, is a soft, slightly sweet braided yeast bread traditionally baked during Easter in Turkey and Greece.
Havuç Tarator (or Carrot Tarator) is a traditional Turkish dip made with grated carrots, thick yogurt, and garlic.
This creamy and slightly tangy Fish Taco Slaw Recipe is easy to make, tastes fresh, and is packed with flavor.
Ajvar is a delicious roasted red pepper and eggplant dip popular in Balkans and Turkey.
Ankara Tava is a delicious and hearty Turkish lamb and rice dish made with tender, slow-cooked lamb pieces and spiced aromatic rice.
Sari Burma Baklava Rolls, known as Saragli in Greek cuisine and Burma Baklava in Turkish cuisine, are a delicious twist on the classic layered baklava.
Turkish Tea, or Çay, is a strong black tea with a rich flavor, strong aroma, and a beautiful deep red color.
Hasanpaşa Köfte is a delicious Turkish casserole dish featuring juicy meatballs topped with creamy mashed potatoes and cheese, all baked in a flavorful tomato sauce.
Sucuklu Yumurta - Sucuk and Eggs is a simple yet delicious Turkish breakfast dish made with spicy, aromatic sausage and perfectly cooked sunny-side-up eggs.
Avgolemono Soup is a rich, cozy, and comforting Greek Chicken Lemon Soup made with chicken, rice, fresh lemon juice, and eggs.
Shawarma white sauce is a creamy and delicious condiment made with a few simple ingredients such as natural yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and mayonnaise.
Arpa Şehriye Çorbası, or Turkish Orzo Soup, is a comforting and delicious tomato-based soup made with orzo pasta, and chicken stock, and flavored with garlic, mint, and flaked chili.
Kol Böreği, or Turkish Arm Borek, is a delicious savoury pastry filled with a mixture of ground meat, onions, and spices.
Making Erişte (Kesme) Pasta, or Turkish Egg Noodles, is all about simplicity, tradition, and creating something versatile and satisfying.