Meals
Turkish Sausages – Sucuk
I was first introduced to sucuk, also referred to as Turkish sausages, at a small family-owned Turkish restaurant and instantly fell in love with it. It featured thinly sliced sausage meat with a unique, distinct flavor, placed on top of…
Philly Cheese Steak Burger
The combination of thinly sliced beef, caramelized onions and ooey-gooey melted cheese makes for a truly unforgettable burger. One bite of this Philly cheese steak and you will be in food heaven! The recipe I am sharing is soft, juicy and super…
Tofu Burger Patties
Tofu burger patties are a fantastic addition to any vegetarian or vegan diet. These meatless patties are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, flavored with an array of spices. Tofu, or bean curd, has been a staple of…
Best Air Fryer Chicken
Air fryer chicken offers the best of both worlds – the crispy, golden exterior of deep-frying without the guilt and mess. With the convenience and health benefits of air frying, you can indulge in this classic comfort food more often.…
Lasagna
Everyone loves a good lasagna! And nothing can beat a homemade one! It brings together all of our favorites in one dish: noodles, cheese, herbs and a delicious meat sauce. It is a great way to feed a crowd, a…
Yufka Mantisi – Turkish Dumplings
Turkey is a gem of the Mediterranean world and offers a cuisine of diverse dishes and flavors. I love remaking Turkish dishes such as my Turkish Pide and this unique dish, Yufka Mantisi which translates as phyllo dough dumplings .…
Okra Curry
Okra – or as it is also called – lady fingers, gumbo, or bamia, is a very unique vegetable since it is low in calories and rich in Vitamin C, protein and fiber (protein being a component that many vegetables…
Paprika Spiced Salmon
Salmon is known to have many health benefits and for this recipe I have spiced it with paprika only, avoiding the use of red chili flakes or red chili powder, to maintain its health benefits. This paprika spiced salmon makes…
Tuna Sandwiches in a Snap!
Tuna sandwiches are a blessing in disguise: quick to make and very filling. It can be enjoyed at home, work, school, on-the-go or even just when your stomach starts growling. However, not everyone is a fan of tuna but I…
Turkish Pide
Turkish pide is a flatbread popular not only in Turkey, but almost everywhere. In Turkey, it is considered a fast food, but it is so filling that it can serve as a meal on its own! Its dough has the…
