These Crispy Fried Anchovies, known as Hamsi Tava in Turkish, are a popular dish, along Turkey’s Black Sea coast.

Açma, also known as Turkish Soft Bread Rings, is a popular street food known for its soft, pillowy texture and rich, buttery taste.

Ajvar is a delicious roasted red pepper and eggplant dip popular in the Balkans and Turkey.

Ankara Tava is a delicious and hearty Turkish lamb and rice dish made with tender, slow-cooked lamb pieces and spiced aromatic rice.

Urfa Kebab is a tender and delicious Turkish dish made from ground lamb mixed with red pepper paste and a few spices.

Crunchy and tangy Pickled Cucumber, or Salatalık Turşusu, is a must-have in Turkish homes.

Sari Burma Baklava Rolls, are a delicious twist on the classic layered baklava.

Tulumba Tatlisi is a traditional Turkish fried dough dessert famous for its crispy texture and and syrupy sweetness.

Whole grain döner bread rolls, perfect for homemade kebab or gyros. Thanks to wet bake, you get a fluffy inside and crunchy outside.

This deliciously crunchy and tangy Turkish-style pickled red cabbage is a must-have on your menu all year round.

Sucuk and Eggs is a simple yet delicious Turkish breakfast dish made with spicy, aromatic sausage and perfectly cooked sunny-side-up eggs.

This Easy Meatless Çiğ Köfte Recipe is a vegetarian twist on the popular Turkish street food from Urfa, a city in southeastern Turkey.

Pea Stew with Meat is a popular dish in Turkish cuisine that combines tender meat, sweet peas, and a simple tomato sauce.

Arpa Şehriye Çorbası is a delicious tomato-based soup made with orzo pasta, chicken stock, and flavored with garlic, mint, and chili.

Çilbir is an incredibly tasty Turkish dish of poached eggs in garlicky yogurt topped with spiced chili oil.

Ispanak Borani is a creamy, earthy, and delicious dip made with spinach, onions, garlic, and yogurt. It’s usually served as an appetizer.

This homemade Turkish Delight is a fun, modern twist on a classic Ottoman treat that is incredibly easy to make at home.

Rice-stuffed Zucchini is a traditional dish that brings together fresh zucchini and a flavorful filling made with rice and ground meat.

“Karides Guvec” is a Turkish style shrimp casserole which can be a great hot appetizer or even a delicious main course.

Chicken Doner Kebab, or Tavuk Döner as it’s called in Turkey, is a delicious Turkish street food that is also popular around the world.

A comforting Turkish dish using a sumac and pepper paste seasoned tomato sauce with ground beef and roasted eggplant.

Made with shredded beets, yogurt, lemon, and walnuts this Turkish beet salad (pancar salatasi) is incredibly delicious and easy to make.