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
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.
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.
Turkish Tarhana Soup, or Tarhana Çorbası, starts with dried tarhana powder—a fermented blend of flour, yogurt, and vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, onions, and herbs.
This homemade Turkish Tarhana powder recipe is made from a blend of summer vegetables, fresh herbs, yogurt, and flour.
Un Helvası, or Turkish Flour Halva, is very easy to make, extremely delicious, and made with just four ingredients—flour, butter, sugar, and milk.
Ispanak Borani is a creamy, earthy, and delicious Turkish dip made with spinach, onions, garlic, and yogurt.
Etli Taze Fasulye Yemegi, or Green Bean Stew with Meat, is a traditional Turkish vegetable stew where fresh green beans and meat are simmered in a simple tomato sauce until tender.
Sumac Onions, also known as Turkish Red Onion Salad, are essential to many Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes.
This Homemade Elderflower Turkish Delight (Lokum) recipe is a modern and refreshing twist on a classic centuries-old Ottoman treat.
If you want to try some popular and delicious Turkish street food at home, this Doner Kebab Recipe is an excellent choice.
Eggplant Papoutsakia (or Patlıcan Pabucaki) is a delightful vegetarian dish from Greek and Turkish cuisine.
Etli Bezelye Yemeği, or Pea Stew with Meat and Potatoes, is a popular summer dish in Turkish cuisine.
This Easy Meatless Çiğ Köfte Recipe is a vegetarian twist on the popular Turkish street food from Urfa, a city in southeastern Turkey.
This deliciously crunchy and tangy Turkish-style pickled red cabbage is a must-have on your menu all year round.
'Tulumba Tatlisi', also known as 'Bamiyeh' or 'Balah el Sham', is a traditional Turkish fried dough dessert famous for its crispy texture and syrupy sweetness.