Antolian Spoon is providing you homemade good Turkish food alternatives. Here’s a classic recipe for Turkish Kısır,it is national food of Turkey and delicious and refreshing bulgur salad popular in Turkish cuisine! 🌱🍅🌶️

• Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fine bulgur wheat 🌾

  • 1.5 cups hot water 💧

  • 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste 🍅

  • 1 tbsp red pepper paste 🌶️

  • 1/2 lemon juice 🍋

  • 1/2 cucumber 🥒 (chopped)

  • 1 tomato 🍅 (diced)

  • 2 green onions 🌿 (chopped)

  • Fresh parsley and mint 🌱 (chopped)

  • Salt 🧂, black pepper, and pomegranate molasses (optional)

  Instruction

1. Prepare the Bulgur:

   • Place the bulgur in a large bowl and pour the hot water over it. Cover the bowl and let the bulgur sit for 10-15 minutes until it absorbs the water and becomes tender. 🌾➡️⏲️

2. Sauté the Onion and Paste:

   • In a skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until soft. Add the tomato paste (and pepper paste if using) and cook for a couple of minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.🫒

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • Fluff the bulgur with a fork, then add the cooked onion and paste mixture to it. Stir well to evenly coat the bulgur with the tomato mixture. 🍅

4. Add Fresh Ingredients:

   • Add the chopped parsley, mint, green onions, cucumber, and tomatoes to the bulgur. Mix everything well.

5. Season and Dress:

   • Add lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional pomegranate molasses or a sprinkle of sumac. Adjust the seasonings to your taste.🧂🍋🥒🌿

6. Serve:

   • Serve the kısır chilled or at room temperature. It's perfect as a light meal, appetizer, or side dish.

Afiyet olsun! This tangy and refreshing salad is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. 🌞

One of the popular good Turkish homemade food is Kadayif desert and here's a national food of Turkey Kadayif (Shredded Pastry Dessert) recipe! This delightful dessert combines crunchy pastry with a sweet syrup and a hint of nuts. 🍰🌿

Ingredients

Kadayif Pastry 🍂

• 500 grams shredded kadayif (available at Middle Eastern or Turkish grocery stores)
• 200 grams unsalted butter, melted
• 1.5 cups crushed walnuts or pistachios (optional, for filling)

For the Syrup

• 2.5 cups sugar
• 2.5 cups water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Prepare the Syrup:🍬🍋

   • In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
   • Once it boils, reduce the heat and simmer for about 10-12 minutes. Add the lemon juice, stir, and let it simmer for another 2 minutes.
   • Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.

2. Prepare the Kadayif Pastry: 🍂

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • Separate and fluff the shredded kadayif strands so they're loose and easy to work with.
   • Pour the melted butter over the kadayif, mixing it well with your hands to coat all strands evenly.

3. Assemble:

   • In a greased baking dish, press half of the buttered kadayif evenly along the bottom.
   • Sprinkle the crushed nuts over this layer, if using.
   • Cover with the remaining kadayif, pressing gently to create an even layer.

4. Bake: ⏲️🍂

   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes or until golden brown on top.

5. Add the Syrup:

   • Once the kadayif is golden and crisp, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the cooled syrup evenly over the hot pastry. The hot kadayif will absorb the syrup better, giving it the perfect texture.🍯

6. Cool and Serve:

   • Let the dessert cool completely to allow the syrup to soak in fully.
   • Cut into squares or diamonds and serve, garnishing with extra crushed nuts if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Turkish kadayif! This dessert is perfect with a side of Turkish tea or coffee.

Here's a classic Turkish Mercimek Çorbası (Lentil Soup) recipe for you! This recipe the most powerful good Turkish homemade food when you feel cold or sick. This hearty  Turkish soups easy to make and deeply comforting. This is a national food of Turkey and Turkish small plates.

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare the base: Heat the olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and potato, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. 🧅🥕🥔

2. Add lentils and spices: Add the red lentils, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything to coat the lentils and vegetables with the spices.🧂🍋

3. Add broth: Pour in the broth or water, stirring well. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, covering and letting it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.

4. Blend: Use an immersion blender (or transfer in batches to a regular blender) to puree the soup until smooth and creamy.🥄

5. Adjust seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the salt, pepper, or other seasonings as needed. For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice.

6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of mint, chili flakes, or a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Mercimek Çorbası! This recipe pairs well with crusty bread or a side of pita. Afiyet olsun!

Antolian Spoon is providing you homemade good Turkish food alternatives, Hünkar Beğendi is a national food of Turkey that consists of a rich, creamy eggplant purée (béchamel-style) served with a flavorful lamb (or beef) stew. The name "Hünkar Beğendi" translates to "the Sultan liked it," highlighting its royal roots in Ottoman cuisine. Here’s a classic recipe for making this delicious dish:

Antolian Spoon is providing you homemade good Turkish food alternatives, Karnıyarık is a classic national food of Turkey made with eggplants stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground meat, onions, tomatoes, and spices. It's a turkish small plate  and it’s a staple in Turkish home cooking, known for its delicious balance of flavors. Here's a traditional recipe for making Karnıyarık at home:

Ingredients:

Eggplants:

• 6 medium eggplants 🍆
• Olive oil 🫒
• Salt 🧂

Filling:

• 300g ground beef/lamb 🍖
• 1 onion, chopped 🧅
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
• 2 tomatoes, chopped 🍅
• 1 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
• 1 green pepper, chopped 🌶️ (optional)
• Paprika, cumin, salt & pepper 🌶️🧂
• Parsley, chopped 🌿

Tomato Sauce:

• 1 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
• 1 cup water 💧
• Salt & pepper 🧂

Instructions:

1. Prepare Eggplants: Peel in stripes, soak in salted water 30 mins, then fry in olive oil until golden. 🍆
2. Make Filling: Sauté onions, add meat, garlic, tomato paste, and spices, then stir in parsley. 🌿
3. Stuff Eggplants: Slice each eggplant and fill with meat mixture. 🍲
4. Tomato Sauce: Mix tomato paste with water, season, and pour around eggplants. 💧🍅
5. Bake: Top with tomato slices and green peppers, cover with foil, bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30-35 mins. 🍅🌶️
6. Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot with rice or yogurt. 🍽️

Enjoy your Karnıyarık! 🎉