Taste and atmosphere
About
This is a traditional meat dish with a unique spice balance, served for half a century in local artisan restaurants in the Bahçelievler district of İstanbul.
Flavors, dishes and restaurants
Cuisine
Artisan meatballs, an integral part of Bahçelievler culinary culture, are indispensable for lunch menus, especially in old bazaar areas. The difference from other meatball types in İstanbul is the use of rested bread crumbs and a special beef-lamb blend from local butchers. You can experience this flavor in the historic central restaurants located in the Harita section.
In preparation, grinding the meat twice and resting it overnight is the secret. In line with the gastronomic traditions of Türkiye, it is commonly served with bean salad (piyaz) and ayran.
Ingredients
- 500g ground beef brisket
- 150g ground lamb flank
- 1 stale bread crumb (crumbled)
- 1 medium onion (grated)
- 1 teaspoon cumin and black pepper
- 1 dessert spoon salt
Preparation
- Mix the ground beef and lamb in a deep bowl.
- Add the grated onion, bread crumbs, and all spices to the meat.
- Knead the mixture for at least 15 minutes until smooth.
- Shape into walnut-sized pieces and grill on a cast-iron skillet.
Practical notes before you go
Visit
- Type
- Food
- Tip
- Menus and hours can change; confirm before you go.
Related places around here
Nearby
Food
3
Food
Yayla Soup (Bahcelievler Style)
A traditional yogurt soup with mint oil, frequently consumed during cold winter days in local restaurants of Bahçelievler .
Food
Fig Pudding (Bahcelievler Style)
A natural milk dessert made with dried figs obtained from Bahçelievler local markets, containing no refined sugar.
Food
Home Style Minced Meat Pide
An iconic pastry baked in stone ovens using meat filling prepared at home on Sunday mornings in the neighborhood culture of Bahçelievler .