Zucchini Stuffed with ground meat and chickpeas -Nohutlu Sih-el Mahsi
This is a wonderful dish from Antakya (Antioch), where my roots are from, and an exciting way to cook zucchini. It is also known as Sih-el Mahsi, originates from Syria and higlights the Arabic...
View ArticleStuffed Peppers and Zucchini with Bulgur, Ground Meat and Spices; Antakya Style
Stuffed peppers and zucchini with bulgur, ground meat & onion Some of the food we eat has the power to transport us to our childhood, have a special link to bond us with those precious memories....
View ArticleDelicious and Easy Turkish Delights for Summer – Join us at the Istanbul...
Bosphorus is calling; former Egyptian Consulate and boats by the Bosphorus, Istanbul I will be traveling to Turkey, my homeland in early August, the travel bug in me already ready to go. Going home is...
View ArticleMy Mother’s Arab Kebab; from Historic Antakya (Antioch)
Arab Kebab- or Arap Kebabi, as we say in Turkish – is a juicy, delicious specialty made in the homes in Antakya, Southern part of Turkey, where my roots are from. This kebab is also so easy to make; I...
View ArticleA Very Festive dessert; Syrup Soaked, Cheese Filled Pastry Strands – Kunefe
Glorious syrup soaked, cheese filled pastry strands, Kunefe, a centerpiece for special occasions. This glorious syrup soaked, cheese filled pastry strands, Kunefe, is one of the signature dishes of my...
View ArticleEzme; Spread of Tomatoes, Onions, Peppers with Red Pepper Paste
Scrumptious spread of Ezme; makes a great appetizer and goes really well with grilled meat and vegetables. Have you ever tried the delicious Turkish mezze, Ezme? This tomato based delicious appetizer...
View ArticleHomemade Oruk, version of Kibbeh or Baked Icli Kofte, from Antakya
Oruk, baked icli kofte, a version of kibbeh; these bulgur balls with walnut and ground meat stuffing are a real treat. Oruk, or (Sam Orugu as they are also referred) the baked oval bulgur balls with...
View ArticleKaymakli Ekmek Kadayifi – Turkish Bread Pudding in Syrup
Ekmek Kadayifi; Turkish bread pudding soaked in syrup Bread, ekmek, is a main staple in Turkish cuisine and the loaf of bread takes the center piece in Turkish homes, for breakfast, lunch and dinner....
View ArticleAntakya’s Kombe Cookie with Walnuts; three generations baking
Antakya’s kombe cookie with walnuts and cinnamon Another special treasure my parents kindly brought back from Antakya was these very pretty wooden molds which the locals use to shape the delicious...
View ArticleEggplant kebab with yoghurt marinated chicken; Patlicanli Kebap
Baked eggplant kebab with chicken, onions, peppers; Patlicanli Tepsi Kebabi Merhaba all; we had a delightful Turkish cookery class recently and this baked eggplant or aubergine kebab with chicken,...
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