Description
Kokoreç is a traditional Turkish street food made from seasoned and grilled lamb intestines, mixed with fresh vegetables and spices. This recipe delivers a flavorful, crispy, and aromatic dish served warm, typically stuffed into crusty bread rolls for a hearty and satisfying snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 500 grams lamb intestines (cleaned)
- 2 medium tomatoes (finely diced)
- 2 green bell peppers (finely diced)
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
Spices & Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–3 crusty sandwich rolls or bread
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until it is hot and ready for cooking.
- Mix Vegetables and Spices: In a bowl, combine the finely diced tomatoes, green bell peppers, onion, dried oregano, chili flakes, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to blend the flavors.
- Cook Intestines: Lightly oil the grill or pan with olive oil. Place the cleaned lamb intestines on the grill and cook slowly over medium heat until they become firm and fully cooked through, ensuring they develop a slight crispy exterior.
- Chop Cooked Intestines: Remove the cooked intestines from the heat and finely chop them into small pieces. Add these chopped pieces into the bowl containing the seasoned vegetables.
- Sauté Mixture: Transfer the combined mixture back to the pan and sauté it, stirring frequently, until it is well mixed, crispy, and golden brown.
- Toast Bread: Toast the crusty sandwich rolls or bread until they are crusty on the outside and slightly charred on the edges to add texture and flavor.
- Serve: Stuff the kokoreç mixture into the toasted bread rolls or serve it separately on a platter. Optionally, add lemon wedges for an extra tangy flavor. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the lamb intestines are thoroughly cleaned before cooking to avoid any unpleasant flavors or odors.
- Adjust the chili flakes amount according to your preferred spice level.
- Serving kokoreç immediately while hot preserves its crispy texture and rich flavor.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice before eating can enhance the overall taste.
- Use fresh vegetables for the best texture and flavor.
