Authentic Turkish Main Dishes

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Turkish Perde Pilaf Recipe - Ottoman Palace Rice with Chicken
135 min
32
advanced
8

Turkish Perde Pilaf Recipe - Ottoman Palace Rice with Chicken

Learn how to make traditional Turkish Perde Pilaf, an elegant Ottoman palace rice dish with chicken, almonds, and phyllo pastry. Complete recipe with step-by-step instructions.

advanced
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Traditional Turkish Şiş Kebab Recipe - Marinated Lamb Skewers
252 min
55
easy
6

Traditional Turkish Şiş Kebab Recipe - Marinated Lamb Skewers

Create perfect Turkish şiş kebab with our authentic recipe. Learn traditional marination techniques, proper grilling methods, and serving suggestions for tender lamb skewers.

easy
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Authentic Adana Kebab Recipe - Spicy Turkish Ground Meat Kebab
45 min
31
intermediate
4

Authentic Adana Kebab Recipe - Spicy Turkish Ground Meat Kebab

Master authentic Adana kebab with our traditional recipe. Learn proper meat preparation, spice blending, and grilling techniques for perfect Turkish spicy kebab.

intermediate
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Authentic Turkish Kuru Patlıcan Dolması - Stuffed Dried Eggplants
90 min
195
Medium
6

Authentic Turkish Kuru Patlıcan Dolması - Stuffed Dried Eggplants

Learn how to make traditional Turkish Kuru Patlıcan Dolması, a savory dish of sun-dried eggplants stuffed with rice, ground beef or lamb, onions, and spices.

Medium
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Authentic Turkish Güveç Recipe – Slow-Cooked Casserole
120 min
166
Medium
4

Authentic Turkish Güveç Recipe – Slow-Cooked Casserole

Learn how to make traditional Turkish güveç, a hearty slow-cooked casserole with meat, vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Step-by-step instructions for authentic flavors.

Medium
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Authentic Turkish Çökertme Kebab Recipe – Bodrum Style Crispy Fries with Beef Strips
60 min
124
Medium
4

Authentic Turkish Çökertme Kebab Recipe – Bodrum Style Crispy Fries with Beef Strips

Discover Çökertme Kebab, a specialty from Bodrum: crispy matchstick fries topped with marinated beef strips, garlic yogurt, and tomato sauce. A unique and delicious Turkish kebab recipe.

Medium
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Authentic Turkish Hünkarbeğendi Recipe – Sultan’s Delight
90 min
123
Medium
4

Authentic Turkish Hünkarbeğendi Recipe – Sultan’s Delight

Learn how to cook authentic Turkish Hünkarbeğendi, a royal Ottoman dish of smoky eggplant purée topped with tender lamb stew. A step-by-step guide to this rich and flavorful classic.

Medium
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Authentic Turkish Karnıyarık Recipe – Stuffed Eggplant with Ground Beef
70 min
119
Medium
4

Authentic Turkish Karnıyarık Recipe – Stuffed Eggplant with Ground Beef

Master the art of Turkish karnıyarık, a beloved Ottoman-inspired dish of tender eggplants stuffed with spiced ground beef and vegetables. Step-by-step instructions for perfect results.

Medium
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