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Traditional Turkish Starters

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Featured Turkish Starter Recipes

There are so many great Turkish starter recipes out there. But which ones are the best? Here's a selection of our favourites:

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Guy Fieri Cooks And Eats A Legit Kofta Kebab With Fattoush Salad | Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives

During this pandemic, Guy decided to create a little take out competition with the restaurants that he has already visited. In this episode, the dish that really stood out is a kofta kebab with fattoush salad.

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Traditional Turkish Starter Dishes

Whether you're looking for a simple Turkish starter recipe or something more elaborate, we've got you covered.
With influences from Central Asia, the Middle East and the Mediterranean, Turkish food is a melting pot of flavour, and one of the most diverse and delicious cuisines in the world. One of the best ways to experience the wide variety of dishes that Turkish cuisine has to offer is to explore Turkish starters, or meze. Meze can be served hot or cold, vegetarian or meat-based, and can be served with or without bread. Some of the most popular Turkish starters include hummus, Baba Ganoush, Falafel, and cheese borek. In this collection, we’ve put together some of our favourite Turkish appetisers, so if you’re seeking inspiration, these Turkish starters recipes will kick off your dinner plans in style.