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    Cooking Gorgeous » MSN Posts

    The Most Delicious 19 Turkish Breakfast Recipes

    Published: Apr 14, 2024 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Explore the richness of Turkish culinary culture with these Most Delicious 19 Turkish Breakfast Recipes.

    In Turkey, breakfast (or Kahvalti) isn't just a meal—it's an essential part of the day, usually shared with family and friends.

    People gather around a large table loaded with delicious breakfast goodies, all served on small plates.

    It's an easy and delightful way to begin your day with a hint of Mediterranean flair.

    Turkish Poached Eggs - Cilbir

    Ayla Clulee

    Cilbir is a delicious Turkish breakfast egg dish made with poached eggs served on a bed of silky garlic yogurt and finished with a drizzle of chili-infused butter or EVOO.

    The combination of garlicky yogurt, poached eggs, and chili-infused butter is so good that you can easily get addicted.

    To learn more: Cilbir - Turkish Poached Eggs

    Turkish Omelette - Kaygana

    kaygana - Turkish omelette wrapped on a plate
    Ayla Clulee

    Kaygana is a delicious and filling Turkish Omelette made with eggs, flour, milk, herbs, and seasoning. 

    This versatile egg-based dish is effortless and quick to make, and the things you can serve it with are limitless

    To learn more: Kaygana (Turkish Omelette)

    Menemen - Turkish Scrambled Eggs

    menemen eaten with a piece of bread
    Ayla Clulee

    If you're looking for a meal that is both delicious and easy to make at any time of the day, then look no further than this Menemen - Turkish Scrambled Eggs Recipe! 

    With soft, perfectly scrambled eggs mixed with juicy tomatoes and Turkish green peppers, this one-pan dish can be ready in 20 minutes.

    To learn more: Menemen Recipe - Turkish Scrambled Eggs

    Kuymak (Mihlama)

    kuymak or mıhlama is served with simit as a breakfast item
    Ayla Clulee

    Kuymak (or Mihlama) is a regional breakfast dish originating from Turkey's northern Black Sea Region. 

    It is made by melting the cornmeal and cheese together in a copper pan called "sahan" and is usually served with bread or simit. 

    This delicious Turkish breakfast item is ready in 15 minutes and only requires 3 main ingredients!

    To learn more: Kuymak (Mihlama)

    Turkish Boyoz Pastry

    freshly baked flaky and crispy bozo pastries
    Ayla Clulee

    Boyoz pastry is a traditional Turkish street food that is made from a simple dough that consists of flour, water, and sometimes a touch of olive oil.

    The dough is then left to rest, allowing it to develop its characteristic crispy and flaky texture.

    The unique texture and flavor of Boyoz set it apart from other pastries.

    To learn more: Turkish Boyoz Pastry Recipe

    Kaymak - Turkish Clotted Cream

    kaymak is served with honey and a piece of walnut
    Ayla Clulee

    This Turkish Kaymak Recipe (Geymar) will yield a deliciously rich and creamy dairy product that is similar to clotted cream. 

    The best way to enjoy it for breakfast is to spread it on fresh bread or toast, and drizzle it with honey, molasses, or jam.

    To learn more: Turkish Kaymak Recipe (Geymar)

    Simit - Turkish Sesame Bagel

    simit Turkish bagel
    Ayla Clulee

    Simit (also known as Simit Bread or Turkish Sesame Bagel), is a sesame-crusted circular bread that is usually served for breakfast. 

    It is often sprinkled with sesame seeds and has a slightly sweet and nutty taste. 

    Simit bread is one of the most popular street foods in Turkey and you can easily buy them from cafes, bakeries, or small food carts.

    To learn more: Simit (Turkish Sesame Bagel)

    Cheese Borek

    freshly baked cheese borek parcels
    Ayla Clulee

    Cheese Borek (Peynirli Borek in Turkish) is a crispy, light, and delicious Turkish filo pie filled with tangy cheeses and aromatic herbs.

    It is often served as a breakfast or brunch dish, but can also be eaten as a snack or appetizer.

    To learn more: Cheese Borek - Peynirli Borek

    Sigara Boregi - Crispy Turkish Cheese Rolls

    sigara boreks are served on a plate
    Ayla Clulee

    Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls) are crispy Turkish appetizers/snacks made with thin and flaky filo sheets called "yufka", filled with feta cheese, and then shallow-fried for extra crispness.

    It is a versatile pastry that can be enjoyed at any time of the day, especially for breakfast.

    learn more: Sigara Boregi (Turkish Cheese Rolls)

    Pogaca - Cheesy Turkish Buns

    Turkish pogaca
    Ayla Clulee

    Pogaca (Turkish Cheese Buns) is one of the most popular savory pastries in Turkey. 

    They are perfect as a quick breakfast on the go, a tasty snack when you feel peckish, or a great addition to your kids' lunch box.

    To learn more: Pogaca (Turkish Cheese Buns)

    Gozleme - Turkish Pancakes

    gozleme filled with mince
    Ayla Clulee

    Gozleme, also known as Turkish Pancakes, is a delicious savory Turkish flatbread filled with various fillings such as mince, cheese, spinach, or potatoes.

    This traditional Turkish flatbread, also known as Turkish Pancakes is traditionally served for breakfast or as a snack.

    To learn more: Gozleme (Turkish Pancakes)

    Acuka - Muhammara

    muhammara (acıka) served as a breakfast
    Ayla Clulee

    Muhammara, also known as Acuka in Turkish, is a delicious Middle Eastern dip made with red pepper paste, garlic, walnuts, spices, and olive oil.

    In Turkey, Muhammara (or Acuka) is served as a breakfast spread but it is also perfect as a part of a mezze platter, for making sandwiches, or for serving with roasted meat and fish.

    To learn more: Muhammara (Red Pepper Dip)

    Chebureki - Cig Borek

    cig borek - Chebureki served with salad
    Ayla Clulee

    Çiğ Börek (Çiborek or Chebureki) is a thin crispy deep-fried pastry filled with ground beef, onions, and spices. 

    They are perfect as an appetizer, breakfast/brunch item, or snack on the go. 

    To learn more: Cig Borek - Chebureki

    Baba Ganoush Without Tahini

    Baba ganoush served with crusty bread and feta cheese
    Ayla Clulee

    This Turkish-style Baba Ganoush without tahini is a smokey and flavorsome eggplant dip made with fresh Mediterranean ingredients.

    This aubergine dip is typically served as a cold meze /starter, as a breakfast item, and as a dip for flatbread.

    To learn more: Baba Ganoush without Tahini

    Su Boregi - Turkish Water Borek

    freshly baked and portioned su Boregi
    Ayla Clulee

    Su Boregi which means "Water Borek" is one of the most loved boreks in Turkey, and is by far the best of all Turkish Pastries. 

    Us Turks love these delicious savory treats and we eat them for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a snack any time of the day.

    Although it takes some time to put it together, it is very easy to make this unique borek.

    To learn more: Su Boregi - Water Borek

    Turkish Flatbread with Spicy Sausage - Sucuklu Pide

    freshly baked sucuklu pide
    Ayla Clulee

    Sucuklu Pide is a crispy and delicious Turkish bread topped with spicy sausage called "sucuk" and melty & stretchy "kasar cheese".

    You can serve this delicious stuffed flatbread for brunch, lunch, or dinner as well as a snack.

    To learn more: Sucuklu Pide (Turkish Bread with Spicy Sausage)

    Saksuka - Turkish Vegetable Meze

    saksuka is served in a bowl
    Ayla Clulee

    Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze) is a very much loved vegetarian/vegan dish made of shallow-fried vegetables and a simple tomato sauce. 

    Şakşuka is such a great versatile dish that can be served as a part of a mezze spread, as a side dish, or as a breakfast/brunch item.

    To learn more: Saksuka (Turkish Vegetable Meze)

    Potato Borek - Patatesli Borek

    potato borek is baked until golden and crispy
    Ayla Clulee

    Potato Borek - Patatesli Börek (or Burek) is a delicious Turkish pastry made of a cheesy potato filling wrapped in crispy thin yufka sheets. 

    These savory vegetarian pies are a great snack, a tasty breakfast on the go, or a perfect appetizer for parties and gatherings.

    To learn more: Potato Borek - Patatesli Borek

    Cheese and Mushroom Pide

    cheese and mushroom pide topped with an egg
    Ayla Clulee

    Turkish Cheese Pide is a type of flatbread topped with veggies and Kasar cheese, very similar to pizza but without tomato sauce. 

    This cheesy mushroom flatbread is buttery, packed with flavor, very easy to make, and perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner.

    To learn more: Cheese Pide with Mushrooms - Kasarli Pide

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