Refika's Kitchen
12 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
We Tried the Viral Doner Kebab
A step‑by‑step home version of the classic Turkish doner kebab, marinated with onion juice, yogurt and spices, shaped, baked, pan‑seared and served in flatbread with roasted peppers, tomatoes, pickles and fresh herbs. The recipe includes tips for using lamb or chicken, freezing batches, and achieving the perfect caramelized exterior.
Gözleme with Four Fillings
Traditional Turkish flatbread (gözleme) made with a simple flour‑water‑salt dough and four delicious fillings – potato & pepper paste, tangy white cheese, sweet tahini‑honey, and seasoned minced meat. Perfect for a hearty snack or a main course, served hot with Turkish tea.
Chicken Shish Kebab
Juicy Turkish‑style chicken shish kebabs marinated with red pepper flakes, garlic, and butter, grilled on wooden skewers and served with a buttery parsley sauce, fresh tomato, onion, sumac and warm lavash.
How to Make Turkish DÖNER KEBAB At Home? Both the Traditional and the German-Turkish Way! 🥙
A fast‑track Turkish doner kebab made with minced beef, onion‑yogurt marination, and served with German‑style salad, red pepper sauce and creamy white sauce. The recipe mimics the classic street‑food flavor in just minutes, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
We Tried the Viral Doner Recipe… But With Chicken!
A protein‑packed, oven‑baked chicken donut that’s crunchy on the outside, tender inside, and flavored with yogurt, tomato paste, cumin, and thyme. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
Is the Viral Doner Kebab Actually Good? (Turkish Döner Kebab Recipe Test)
A hearty, juicy donair made with seasoned ground beef, baked then browned in butter, and served in soft lavash bread soaked in a rich yogurt‑butter sauce. Inspired by Refika's Kitchen, this version adds extra yogurt, oregano, and the essential onion juice for extra flavor and moisture.
The Most Flavorful Pasta You’ll Ever Make
A hearty Turkish-inspired pasta layered with spiced minced meat, soft sautéed eggplant, crunchy walnuts, fresh tomatoes, and a tangy garlic yogurt sauce. Served as a comforting main course for six, this dish combines the flavors of a classic kebab with the comfort of pasta, finished with a buttery garnish.
The Ultimate Guide to Zeytinyagli 😍 Turkish Olive Oil Vegan Recipes 🫛
A traditional Turkish "Ziu" olive‑oil dish featuring green beans simmered in extra‑virgin olive oil with onion, garlic, tomatoes, a touch of sugar, vinegar and lemon. Served cold, it’s vegan, nutrient‑dense and perfect for meal‑prepping a week’s worth of side dishes.
How to Make Crunchy LAHMACUN At Home? 😋 One of The Best Turkish Foods
A home‑cooked version of Turkey's beloved street food, Lahmacun. Thin, crunchy‑bendy flatbread topped with a juicy spiced meat mixture, finished in a hot pan or oven. Includes a quick 2‑minute dough shortcut and tips to mimic the wood‑oven flavor.
The Legend of Turkish Cuisine, Kebab
A flavorful Turkish‑style Adana kebab made with juicy single‑ground beef, fresh peppers, garlic and spices, grilled on a cast‑iron skillet and served with a bright red‑onion‑sumac salad wrapped in soft lavash. Easy to prepare at home with ingredients you can find anywhere.
ÇILBIR: World-Famous Turkish Poached Eggs with Garlic Yoghurt 🧄 + ✨ a Magic Refika Touch ✨
A classic Turkish breakfast dish called Çılbır: poached eggs served over toasted buttery bread, topped with garlicky yogurt, melted butter infused with red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley. Simple, comforting, and full of flavor.
You’ll Never Believe This Lasagna Soup Recipe
A comforting, hearty soup that captures all the flavors of classic lasagna in a bowl. Ground meat, caramelized onions, tomato broth, lasagna sheets, and a rich cheese‑cream sauce come together for a satisfying main‑course soup inspired by Turkish‑Italian cuisine.