🔥 BBQ world tour: Türkiye – fire, spices & real barbecue tradition 🇹🇷

When it comes to grilling & BBQ , Turkey has one of the oldest and best traditions! Whether in Istanbul, Gaziantep or Izmir - everywhere you can smell charcoal, spicy lamb and freshly baked flatbread . The Mangal grill takes center stage and brings the typical smoky taste to the plate. Today we travel through Turkish BBQ culture and discover three real classics! 🔥

🔥 Turkish BBQ – Intensely seasoned, juicy & directly over charcoal

Turkish BBQ thrives on intense flavors! Cumin, paprika, garlic and yogurt marinades meet the **finest lamb and beef**. Grilling is traditionally done on the **Mangal**, an open charcoal grill.

• ✅ **Adana Kebab** – Spicy minced meat skewers with peppers & chili
• ✅ **Şiş Kebab** – Juicy lamb skewers with garlic & herbs
• ✅ **Tavuk Kanat** – Marinated & grilled chicken wings with yogurt

🔥 3 original recipes for Turkish BBQ

1. Adana Kebab – Spicy minced meat skewers

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 500 g minced lamb (alternatively minced beef)
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika powder (sweet or hot)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• flatbread & yogurt as a side dish

Preparation:

1. Mix the minced meat well with all spices, garlic, parsley and olive oil.
2. Form into long skewers, approx. 20 cm long.
3. Prepare the grill for medium-high direct heat.
4. Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning regularly.
5. Serve with flatbread and yoghurt – the perfect Adana Kebab is ready!

2. Şiş Kebab – lamb skewers from the Mangal grill

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 600 g lamb meat (e.g. from the leg), cut into cubes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika powder
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• metal skewers

Preparation:

1. Marinate the lamb with olive oil, garlic, cumin, thyme, paprika powder & salt.
2. Leave to rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
3. Preheat the grill to high direct heat.
4. Put the meat cubes on skewers and grill for about 6-8 minutes.
5. Drizzle with lemon juice and serve hot.

3. Tavuk Kanat – Grilled chicken wings with yogurt

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 1 kg chicken wings
• 150 g yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Preparation:

1. Marinate chicken wings with yogurt, olive oil, spices & lemon juice.
2. Allow to steep for at least 2 hours.
3. Prepare the grill for medium heat.
4. Grill the wings for about 15-20 minutes, turning them regularly.
5. Serve with flatbread & yoghurt dip.

🔥 Conclusion: BBQ Turkish style

• ✅ Charcoal & Mangal: For the perfect smoky taste.
• ✅ Spices & marinades: Cumin, paprika & garlic provide intense flavors.
• ✅ Skewers & meat: Adana Kebab, Şiş Kebab & Tavuk Kanat – pure BBQ culture!

🔥 Fancy a Turkish BBQ? Then get to the grill! 🔥