Turkish Food
Turkish cuisine is a cuisine that stands out with its rich history, geographical diversity and cultural interactions. Turkish food has been influenced by the vast territory of the Ottoman Empire and different cultures. Here are some examples of traditional dishes from Turkish cuisine:
Kebabs: Perhaps one of the most famous dishes of Turkish cuisine is kebabs. There are various types of kebab such as Adana kebab, Urfa kebab, shish kebab and döner.
Appetizers: Appetizers are snacks usually served before the main course. There are various appetizers such as hummus, babaganoush, ezme, haydari and şakşuka.
Pita and Lahmacun: Pita is a type of pastry usually filled with meat, cheese or vegetables. Lahmacun is a type of Turkish pizza made with a mixture of meat, onion and spices on thin dough.
Dolma: Dolma is a dish consisting of a mixture of rice, minced meat and spices wrapped in grape leaves. Cabbage rolls have a similar recipe.
Iskender: Iskender is a type of kebab served with yoghurt and butter on top of doner meat.
