HUNGRY MAN KITCHEN: Mutancana, Sweet and Savory Lamb Stew from Ottoman Cuisine

May 20, 2022 | Mutancana is among the most delicious dishes of the Ottoman cuisine, dating back to 15th century. It is said to be Mehmet the Conqueror's favourite dish. It is a savory and sweet lamb dish cooked with almonds, dried fruits, and shallots.

The reason why Ottoman cuisine and the cuisine of modern Turkey are different and have different recipes and tastes lies in the accommodation of different cultures together. Middle Eastern, Middle Asian, Balkan, Mediterranean, and European meal cultures are all adopted and adapted by the Ottoman cuisine, and it also has a wide range of meals and reflects the royal conditions of that era, too.


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Middle Eats: Shish Taouk: Chicken Kebabs | شيش طاووق

May 25, 2023 | It's grilling season, so I wanted some chicken kebabs, and that meant I had to make the best ones - Shish taouk. These marinated chicken cubes, are juicy, flavourful, and so delicious. It barely requires any work to put together, and yet makes one of the best grilled foods you'll ever try.

WIKIPEDIA: Shish taouk.