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What Is Çemen? The Spice Paste Behind Pastırma

Explainer on çemen, the fenugreek-garlic-red pepper paste that coats pastırma and doubles as a Kayseri breakfast spread. Covers the fenugreek double meaning (çemen otu), why cured beef wears the coating...

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Turkish Spice Blends Guide: Köfte, Urfa & Maraş

A complete guide to the essential Turkish spice blends — köfte baharatı, Urfa and Maraş peppers, mangal BBQ rubs, sujuk and chicken spice — with what's in each, how to...

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Pul Biber vs. Aleppo Pepper: Are They the Same?

Pul biber is the broad Turkish term for crushed red pepper flakes; Aleppo pepper is one specific variety within that family. This guide compares their origin, flavor, heat, and texture,...

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