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    30+ Authentic Turkish Recipes

    Published: Jan 31, 2022 · Modified: Aug 8, 2022 by Shadi HasanzadeNemati · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    Check out our delicious Turkish recipes! From breakfast to appetizers and main dishes, we've got you covered. These are healthy recipes and many of them are also vegetarian.

    Turkish cuisine offers a large variety of dishes that are packed with a lot of flavor and loved by everyone. If you're looking for new and delicious recipes to try, you've got to give these recipes a try!

    Check out our delicious Turkish recipes! From breakfast to appetizers and main dishes, we've got you covered. These are healthy recipes and many of them are also vegetarian.
    Table Of Contents:
    • Is Turkish food healthy?
    • Best Turkish recipes
    • Step-by-Step Recipe
    • 30+ Authentic Turkish Recipes

    If you're interested in Mediterranean dishes, you're going to love our Turkish recipes. These recipes call for wholesome ingredients and are easy to make. Like other cuisines of the Mediterranean, Turkish cuisine uses a lot of olive oil which makes it a healthy cuisine offering wonderful dishes that are not only good for you, but also are super tasty.

    Is Turkish food healthy?

    Turkish food is pretty much healthy since it uses a lot of olive oil and seasonal ingredients. Probiotics such as yogurt are widely used in this cuisine and vegetables are a part of every meal.

    Unlike what you might have heard, Turkish cuisine offers a lot more than kebabs. There are a variety of dishes you can enjoy, many of them being naturally vegetarian or vegan.

    Best Turkish recipes

    Best Doner kebab

    Best Doner Kebab Recipe (Beef or Lamb)
    Ready to try the best doner kebab recipe? This homemade Turkish döner kebab is juicy and packed with so much flavor. With one simple technique, you can make this classic Turkish street food at home with just a few ingredients!
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    Ready to try the best doner kebab recipe? This homemade Turkish döner kebab is juicy and packed with so much flavor. With one simple technique, you can make this classic Turkish street food at home with just a few ingredients!

    Zucchini Stew

    Turkish Zucchini Stew Recipe
    This Turkish zucchini stew is hearty, healthy and so easy to make. It's made in one pot and is ready in just 30 minutes.
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    This Turkish zucchini stew is heart, healthy and so easy to make. It's made in one pot and is ready in just 30 minutes.

    Gozleme (Turkish Stuffed Flatbread)

    Gozleme recipe (Turkish Stuffed Flatbread)
    Gozleme is a delicious Turkish flatbread stuffed with different fillings such as potatoes and spinach. Watch the video to learn how to make this classic recipe. 
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    Gozleme is a delicious Turkish flatbread stuffed with different fillings such as potatoes and spinach. Watch the video to learn how to make this classic Turkish recipe.

    Pide Bread (Ramazan Pidesi)

    Turkish Pide Bread (Ramazan Pidesi)
    Turkish pide bread is a traditional no knead flatbread that's fluffy and so easy to make. Fresh out of the oven, this bread is fluffy and perfect with some cheese.
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    Turkish pide bread is a traditional no knead flatbread that's fluffy and so easy to make. Fresh out of the oven, this bread is fluffy and perfect with some cheese.

    Sumac onions (10 minutes)

    Turkish Ezme Recipe
    Turkish sumac onions are ready in 10 minutes and make an ideal companion to a wide variety of dishes. Crispy red onions are marinated with lemon juice, sumac and herbs - all you need to add a lot of bright flavors to any dish!
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    Turkish sumac onions are ready in 10 minutes and make an ideal companion to a wide variety of dishes. Crispy red onions are marinated with lemon juice, sumac and herbs - all you need to add a lot of bright flavors to any dish!

    Ezme

    Turkish Ezme Recipe
    Ezme is a classic Turkish sauce, condiment and appetizer that’s usually served on the side of kebabs with some fresh bread. It’s ready in 10 minutes and is so delicious thanks to tomatoes, peppers and herbs.
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    Ezme is a classic Turkish sauce, condiment and appetizer that’s usually served on the side of kebabs with some fresh bread. It’s ready in 10 minutes and is so delicious thanks to tomatoes, peppers and herbs.

    Mercimek Koftesi - Lentil Balls (Vegan)

    Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs (Mercimek Köftesi)
    Made with red lentils and bulgur, these are usually served with lettuce and herbs. 
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    Vegan Turkish lentil meatballs are usually served with lettuce.
    These vegan lentil meatballs are a Turkish classic. Made with red lentils and bulgur, these meatballs are usually served with lettuce and herbs.

    Turkish chicken stew

    Chicken Stew Recipe Turkish Style
    This chicken stew recipe is hearty and easy to prepare. Made with tender chicken pieces and vegetables, this is a great way to infuse some Turkish flavor into your weeknight dinner routine!
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    This chicken stew recipe is hearty and easy to prepare. Made with tender chicken pieces and vegetables, this is a great way to infuse some Turkish flavor into your weeknight dinner routine!

    Roasted Chicken and Vegetables Turkish Style

    Roasted Chicken and Vegetables Turkish Style
    Roasted chicken and vegetables is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Chicken is flavored with spices and roasted on a bed of vegetables with a tasty sauce all in one dish. It's a simple classic dinner that everyone loves.
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    Roasted chicken and vegetables is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Chicken is flavored with spices and roasted on a bed of vegetables with a tasty sauce all in one dish. It's a simple classic dinner that everyone loves.

    White Bean Salad Recipe (Piyaz)

    Turkish White Bean Salad
    This Turkish white bean salad is ready in just 10 minutes. It's an easy and tasty side dish that pairs nicely with many Mediterranean flavors.
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    This Turkish white bean salad is ready in just 10 minutes. It's an easy and tasty side dish that pairs nicely with many Mediterranean flavors.

    Smoky Eggplant Salad

    Turkish Smoky Eggplant Salad
    This Turkish eggplant salad is uniquely delicious. Charred eggplant and bell peppers are combined with tomatoes, herbs and spices for a delightful convergence of flavors. Like other Mediterranean salads, key ingredients include olive oil, lemon juice and sumac.
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    smoky eggplant dip Turkish style on a wooden backdrop.
    Turkish eggplant salad in a bowl with a spoon.

    Turkish leeks recipe (zeytinyağlı pırasa)

    Turkish Braised Leeks Recipe (Zeytinyağlı Pırasa)
    This Turkish leek recipe is delicious and easy to make. Leeks are braised with olive oil and then topped with a garlicky yogurt sauce, resulting in a delicious, wholesome meal ready in no time.
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    braised leeks on a platter topped with yogurt.

    Turkish ground beef stew

    Ground Beef Stew, Turkish Style
    This Turkish style ground beef stew is hearty and perfect for a weeknight dinner. Packed with vegetables and spices, this stew can be served on its own or with some rice.
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    ground beef stew Turkish style served with rice.
    ground beef stew served with rice and on its own on a blue backdrop.

    Lahmacun

    Lahmacun Turkish Pizza Recipe
    Lahmacun is thin and crispy flatbread bursting with flavor. Topped with meat, parsley, peppers, tomatoes and a mixture of delicious spices, this Turkish pizza is a must-try! 
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    Lahmacun is thin and crispy flatbread bursting with flavor. Topped with meat, parsley, peppers, tomatoes and a mixture of delicious spices, this Turkish pizza is a must-try!

    Menemen Recipe

    Menemen Turkish Eggs and Tomatoes Recipe
    Menemen is a traditional Turkish breakfast recipe made with tomatoes and eggs. Learn how to make it at home with a few ingredients.  
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    Menemen is a traditional Turkish breakfast recipe made with tomatoes and eggs. Learn how to make it at home with a few ingredients.

    Amerikan salatası (Russian salad)

    Ensalada Rusa (Russian salad - Olivier Salad)
    Here's an easy recipe for ensalada rusa - or, as many call it, Russian salad or Olivier salad. This creamy potato salad is full of vegetables and tastes great. Follow along to learn more about this popular salad and its variations.
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    Ensalada rusa aka Russian salad aka Olivier salad.
    overhead shot of Russian salad on a grey background.

    Easy Baked Cod Recipe Turkish Style

    Turkish Baked Cod Recipe
    This Turkish-style baked cod recipe is a keeper. Tender cod pieces are cooked in a delicious pepper and tomato sauce.
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    This Turkish-style baked cod recipe is a keeper. Tender cod pieces are cooked in a delicious pepper and tomato sauce.

    Rice Pilaf with Orzo Recipe

    Turkish Rice Pilaf with Orzo Recipe
    Turkish rice pilaf with orzo is a simple side dish you can serve with almost anything. It calls for only 4 ingredients and is ready in 30 minutes. 
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    Turkish rice pilaf with orzo is a simple side dish you can serve with almost anything. It calls for only 4 ingredients and is ready in 30 minutes.

    Kumpir (Turkish stuffed potatoes)

    Kumpir (Turkish Stuffed Baked Potatoes)
    This Turkish kumpir recipe is a must-try! Kumpir is a popular street food made with creamy baked potatoes topped with a variety of delicious toppings. This recipe is a close replica of what you can find in the streets of Istanbul and you can enjoy it at home using my easy instructions.
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    overhead shot of kumpir Turkish stuffed baked potatoes with hotdogs, kisir, olives and Russian salad.

    Mercimek corbasi (Red Lentil Soup)

    Turkish Red Lentil Soup Recipe (Mercimek Corbasi)
    Turkish lentil soup is ready in 30 minutes and is so easy to make. You can make this healthy and delicious soup with just a handful of ingredients.
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    Turkish lentil soup is ready in 30 minutes and is so easy to make. You can make this healthy and delicious soup with just a handful of ingredients.

    Sutlac (Rice pudding)

    Turkish Rice Pudding Recipe (Sutlac)
    If you love light and creamy desserts, this is it. Creamy and rich with a golden top, this baked rice pudding is also gluten-free. Learn how to make this tasty dessert with this tutorial and step-by-step photos. 
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    If you love light and creamy desserts, Turkish rice pudding recipe is it. Creamy and rich with a golden top, this baked rice pudding is also gluten-free. Learn how to make this tasty dessert with this tutorial and step-by-step photos.

    Revani cake (Turkish semolina cake)

    Revani (Turkish Semolina Cake)
    Revani is a classic semolina cake that's easy and so delicious. Soaked in a light simple syrup, this cake is popular throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean.
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    Revani is a classic semolina cake that's easy and so delicious. Soaked in a light simple syrup, this cake is popular throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean.

    Simit

    Turkish Simit Recipe (Step-by-Step Tutorial)
    Turkish simit is a delicious sesame crusted bread that you can have for breakfast. Learn how to make traditional simit recipe at home with this step-by-step tutorial. 
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    Turkish simit is a delicious sesame crusted bread that you can have for breakfast. Learn how to make traditional simit recipe at home with this step-by-step tutorial.

    Karniyarik (Stuffed Eggplant)

    Karniyarik Turkish Stuffed Eggplant
    Karniyarik is a classic Turkish stuffed eggplant recipe. Delicious eggplants are stuffed with a tasty ground beef, pepper and tomatoes filling and are baked to perfection. 
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    Karniyarik is a classic Turkish stuffed eggplant recipe. Delicious eggplants are stuffed with a tasty ground beef, pepper and tomatoes filling and are baked to perfection.

    Cacik (Yogurt and Cucumber)

    Cacik Turkish Yogurt and Cucumber
    Cacik is a Turkish yogurt and cucumber dish that's ready in 15 minutes and is so easy to make. You can serve it as an appetizer or side dish.
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    Cacik is a Turkish yogurt and cucumber dish that's ready in 15 minutes and is so easy to make. You can serve it as an appetizer or side dish.

    Sigara bores (rolled pastry)

    Turkish Borek Recipe (Sigara Borek)
    Borek is a Turkish savory crunchy pastry filled with different fillings such as cheese or potatoes. Learn how to make Turkish borek recipe by watching our step-by-step video and tutorial. They are perfect as a midday snack or for breakfast and you can make them in advance and freeze them for later. 
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    Borek is a Turkish savory crunchy pastry filled with different fillings such as cheese or potatoes. Learn how to make Turkish borek recipe by watching our step-by-step video and tutorial. They are perfect as a midday snack or for breakfast and you can make them in advance and freeze them for later.

    Bulgur Pilaf Recipe

    Turkish Bulgur Pilaf Recipe
    Turkish style bulgur pilaf is a classic hearty and healthy side dish dish that is very easy to make. It's a great alternative to rice and can be served with many dishes. 
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    Turkish style bulgur pilaf is a classic hearty and healthy side dish dish that is very easy to make. It's a great alternative to rice and can be served with many dishes.

    Almond Cookies

    Turkish Almond Cookies
    These Turkish almond cookies are chewy and very tasty. Learn how to make cookies with almond flour and just three additional ingredients. These cookies are gluten free and super tasty!
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    These Turkish almond cookies are chewy and very tasty. Learn how to make cookies with almond flour and just three additional ingredients. These cookies are gluten free and super tasty!

    Gavurdagi (Tomato walnut salad)

    Turkish Tomato Salad Gavurdagi
    Turkish tomato salad made with fresh, plump tomatoes, cucumbers and crunchy walnuts is absolutely delicious. Flavored with pomegranate molasses and ready in 15 minutes, this is the perfect side dish.
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    Turkish tomato salad made with fresh, plump tomatoes, cucumbers and crunchy walnuts is absolutely delicious. Flavored with pomegranate molasses and ready in 15 minutes, this is the perfect side dish.

    Yayla Çorbasi (yogurt soup)

    Turkish Yogurt Soup Yayla Corbasi
    Turkish yogurt soup is the perfect option for a light meal. This warm yogurt soup is simple, healthy, and naturally vegetarian.
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    Turkish yogurt soup is the perfect option for a light meal. This warm yogurt soup is simple, healthy, and naturally vegetarian.

    Potato Salad (Patates Salatasi)

    Turkish Homemade Potato Salad (Patates Salatasi)
    Learn how to make homemade potato salad Turkish style. This no mayo potato salad is flavored with fresh herbs and delicious spices. 

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    Learn how to make homemade potato salad Turkish style. This no mayo potato salad is flavored with fresh herbs and delicious spices.

    Bulgur Salad (Kisir)

    Turkish Bulgur Salad (Kisir) with Video
    An easy bulgur salad recipe that's perfect for any day. Made with bulgur, olive oil and herbs, this salad in ready in less than 30 minutes!
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    An easy bulgur salad recipe that's perfect for any day. Made with bulgur, olive oil and herbs, this salad in ready in less than 30 minutes!

    Cilbir (Eggs and garlicky yogurt)

    Cilbir (Turkish Eggs)
    Cilbir is a delicious Turkish breakfast made with poached eggs and a flavorful yogurt sauce, ideal for a hearty brunch.
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    Cilbir is a delicious Turkish breakfast made with poached eggs and a flavorful yogurt sauce, ideal for a hearty brunch.

    Zucchini Fritters Recipe (Mucver)

    Turkish Zucchini Fritters Recipe Mucver
    Mucver or zucchini fritters is a classic Turkish dish that's ready in 30 minutes. This recipe calls for fresh zucchini and herbs and it's very simple to make. 
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    Mucver or zucchini fritters is a classic Turkish dish that's ready in 30 minutes. This recipe calls for fresh zucchini and herbs and it's very simple to make.

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    30+ Authentic Turkish Recipes

    Shadi HasanzadeNemati
    Check out our delicious authentic Turkish recipes! From breakfast to appetizers and main dishes, we've got you covered. These are healthy recipes and many of them are also vegetarian. If you're looking for new and delicious recipes to try, you've got to give these recipes a try!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Appetizer, Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine Mediterranean, Turkish
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 400 kcal

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    1. Farah Maizar

      February 24, 2022 at 12:34 am

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      This roundup has my heart! I love making and eating Turkish food. Can't wait to cook my way through these!

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    2. Hailey

      February 23, 2022 at 11:15 am

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      This is such a great round-up. I want to try all of these recipes! Thanks for sharing.

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    3. Eliza

      February 23, 2022 at 9:30 am

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      Great roundup of recipes! Thanks for giving me several weeks of great ideas for Turkish dishes. I love Unicorns in the Kitchen!

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    4. Carrie Robinson

      February 23, 2022 at 9:04 am

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      I don't think I have ever made Turkish food at home before. I can't wait to try some of these! 🙂

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    5. Jess

      February 23, 2022 at 9:00 am

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      I love introducing my kids to foods from other cultures. You have made my job easier by not having to search the internet for a bunch of different recipes to try. Thank you!

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    6. Claudia Lamascolo

      February 23, 2022 at 8:42 am

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      Delicious orzo recipe we just love the flavors it was very good and we will make it again

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    7. Claudia Lamascolo

      February 23, 2022 at 8:41 am

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      This is a delicious recipe we just loved the flavors very good will make it again

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    8. Dana Sandonato

      February 23, 2022 at 8:39 am

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      Such a great round-up! A Turkish restaurant near us has pizzas they make with pide and they're so so good. This reminds me I really need to head there for lunch again soon 🙂

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