MURAT ERSOY - IGA Vegetarian Turkish Cuisine : EASY-TO-MAKE MEZZE DISHES

Copyright 2021 by Murat Ersoy All rights reserved Published in the United States, Turkey, and internationally by I.G.A. Istanbul Gastronomi Atlyesi (Istanbul Gastronomy Workshop). www.igamedia.com Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Ersoy, Murat Vegetarian Turkish Cuisine : Easy-to-Make Mezze Dishes / Murat Ersoy 1st Ed. Summary: Vegetarian Turkish cuisine is renowned throughout the world as one of our three great- est cuisines alongside the French and Chinese traditions. From the author and founder of IGA - the Istanbul Gastronomi Atlyesi (Istanbul Gastronomy Workshop) comes this vegetarian appetizer cookbook. Quick and delectable meatless recipes from Turkish culture for the hospitable neighbor and event planner.

Though Turkish cuisine has depended on meat products for centuries, traditional Turkish food combines fresh vegetables like eggplant, salads, tomatoes, nuts, fruits, and olive oil. Sea- soned with Mediterranean spices and herbs, Vegetarian Turkish cuisine served in these small mezze dishes will liven up every meal and appetizer spread you serve your guests. Try out these recipes and tell us: what do you think of vegetarian Turkish cuisine? COOKING / Regional & Ethnic / Turkish TRAVEL / Middle East / Turkey COOKING / Courses & Dishes / Appetizers ISBN: 978-0-578-74478-0 Printed in the United States of America First Edition

Turkish cuisine is renowned as being one of the three main cuisines of the world, thanks to its rich variety the use of natural ingredients. MADE WITH LOVE... Murat Ersoy USEFUL EQUIPMENT SCAN ME! PHOTOGRAPY BY Alex Yudson CONTENTS Acknowledgments / Introduction / Ingredients and Resources / Artichoke, Okra, Cucumber, Cabbage, Beet, Leek, and Spinach Reci- pes / Bean and Lentil Recipes / Bulgur Recipes / Carrot, Green Bean, Pea, Bell Pepper, and Celeriac Recipes / Dip, Cheese, and Spread Recipes / Eggplant Recipes / Zucchini Recipes / Miscellaneous Recipes / Turkish Coffee / Index / Bio / Acknowledgements Thanks to Lisa Marcus, Lancelot-Tara Schaubert, Alex Yud- son, and John Likides. Introduction by author and producer Lancelot Schaubert An ancient proverb says that if you watch a man diligent in his craft, he will stand before kings. Introduction by author and producer Lancelot Schaubert An ancient proverb says that if you watch a man diligent in his craft, he will stand before kings.

When he decided to pen his first cookbook, Murats first thought for promotion was, Lance, Im going to call the Turkish embassy. And my first thought went, Yeah, of course. Granted, I seldom hesitate when faced with large, daunting projects or proposals in general. But I also didnt hesitate because Murats cooking is just that good. Once or twice a year, my bride Tara and I lead a group of students through NYC. One of the events includes a food tour.

In seven years of doing this, we have taken out of town guests to get fried cod and hundred-dollar-a-plate Korean barbecue, Asian fusion and expensive French cuisine, taco trucks and dollar dumplings. No matter the price, no matter the culture, no matter the preferred neighborhood or palate, almost every single visitor has preferred Murats cooking. So, yes. Of course. Lets call the United Nations. The mans diligent in his craft: let him stand before kings.

We have the benefit of living above Murats restaurant: his cuisine filled our bellies when we only had suitcases and an air mattress, our father a month away from bringing us our furniture. So we eat Murats cooking as often as budget allows. However, now you can do one better: you can have Murat in your home. This book will teach you the arcane secrets of his mastery. Magic. Hes also, however, hilarious.

I tried and tried to get him to pose for the front cover wearing nothing but an apron. The fact that he considered it, even for a moment, shows you the kind of joy he brings to his table. Riotous laughter echoes out of Kofte Piyaz on the regular and, just like the main character Remmy in my novel Bell Hammers, Murat has that good-old-boy prankster side that

will give you a hard time out of the overflow of his love for you. Youre more than a customer here youre family. And families create inside jokes. When we went to a protest, Murat said, Oh very good.