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Falafel

Obur Kedi — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:58:32 +0000

Falafel

I was asked to make falafel for a quite some time now. I do not like using pre-made mixtures, and even though I did not look for a recipe earlier, I was sure that it was not that hard to cook falafel at home from scratch.

I searched recipes online, then I turned to one of my [...]

Sandwich

Obur Kedi — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 20:33:48 +0000

Sandviç

Did you try a sandwich made with a freshly cooked Turkish home bread?

I used my favorite fillings: tomato, cucumber, parsley, lettuce, just a little olive oil and oregano. Try with your own choice of fillings.

The ingredients, and preparation of the bread is same as the Turkish home bread except the flattening part. Flatten the dough until [...]

Lahmacun (Middle Eastern Pizza)

Obur Kedi — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 15:57:43 +0000

Lahmacun

Lahmacun, lahmajoun or lahm bi-`ajĩn is a personal, very thin crust, minced meat pizza. It is a common dish in Middle East, Anatolia and Caucasus regions. In countries like Turkey, Armenia, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, or Iran, there are bakeries that cater only lahmacun. In Western countries, some Arabic, Kurdish, Armenian, or Turkish restaurants serves lahmacun as a side dish.

As the [...]

Rice Pilaf with Tomato Paste

Obur Kedi — Wed, 07 Jun 2006 01:52:20 +0000

Salçalı Pilav

This noon I tried to cook the rice with tomato paste. I like pasta with tomato, and I was planning to make one. When everything was ready, the butter was sauteed and the tomatoe paste was added, I changed my mind and instead of pasta, I prepared pilaf. It turned out good.

I saw many different [...]

Fried Plantain

Obur Kedi — Mon, 29 May 2006 17:36:11 +0000

Kızarmış Plantain

I always see plantain in the supermarkets. Finally I tried. It was an interesting experience.

I did not know that the plantain I bought was raw, and I need to wait for quite some time. When I fried them, there were still some raw parts. I should say that eating a raw plantain was not a [...]

Kashkek (Wheat Puree)

Obur Kedi — Tue, 16 May 2006 23:51:15 +0000

Keşkek

Kashkek (keşkek) is another traditional Turkish dish that is usually served in big gatherings. It is usually served with meat, like gravy. It’s texture is a little thicker than the gravy.

The preparation is tedious and takes some time. At least I was thinking that way, and did not even try earlier. Last month, when I was [...]

Semolina Halva

Obur Kedi — Tue, 18 Apr 2006 02:20:38 +0000

İrmik Helvası

Halva is the name of two distinctly different types of dessert. One of them is candy like dessert made from tahini, and can be stored for a very long time. It is very popular in the Middle East, the Balkans, and other areas around the Mediterranean.

The other one is made from semolina (or flour), and [...]

Vegetarian Fast Food

Obur Kedi — Sun, 26 Mar 2006 20:41:58 +0000

According to an article I read today, McDonalds introduced new vegan options, including the McAloo Tikki, Crispy Chinese Sandwich, Salsa Wrap, and a vegan pizza pocket called the McPuff in India.

You can reach to the article from here.

I agree with the writer, and I wish they offered the similar options in the US.

(via 360 Eats.com)

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Mushroom Saute

Obur Kedi — Tue, 14 Mar 2006 01:27:40 +0000

Mantar Tava

If you are a working person who also take care of the house, you need to be practical. My mom was one of the most practical person I have ever known. Even today, I still learn easier ways to do things from her.

This mushroom recipe is from my mom. I could not eat the mushrooms [...]

Onion Corn Bread

Obur Kedi — Mon, 19 Dec 2005 05:01:36 +0000

Soğanlı Mısır Ekmeği

When I was searching for new recipes I saw this one. In my country we make it as a salty cake and eat it with afternoon tea.

It is a really easy recipe and makes 6 servings.

Ingredients:

1.5 cups all purpose flour 1 cup cornmeal 1 tbsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 4 scallions (finely chopped) 2 eggs 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1/2 [...]