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Tavuk Göğsünden Pastırma

Cultural Context

Tavuk Göğsünden Pastırma is a traditional Turkish dish that showcases the versatility of chicken, often enjoyed in homes and restaurants alike. The dish is a delightful blend of spices and herbs, reflecting the rich culinary heritage of Turkey. While it has roots in classic Ottoman cuisine, modern variations have emerged, making it popular not just in Turkey but in various parts of the world, especially where Turkish cuisine has gained a following.

TurkishTRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
800 grams chicken breast
80 grams rock salt
1 teaspoon chili pepper
15 grams sweet ground red pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
180 milliliters warm water
cheesecloth
skewers

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey breast is leaner while chicken thighs are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a budget-friendly option.

1

Sprinkle half of the rock salt on all sides of the chicken breasts in a suitable container.

2

Cover the chicken with cling film and refrigerate for 3 days.

3

After 1 day, check the chicken and pour out the excess water that has accumulated.

4

Cover the chicken again with rock salt and refrigerate for 2 more days.

5

After 3 days, remove the chicken from the salt and soak it in warm water, changing the water every 3 hours, for a total of 3 times to remove excess salt.

6

Dry the outside of the chicken and wrap it in cheesecloth.

7

Place the wrapped chicken on skewers in a large bowl to allow air circulation from the bottom.

8

Refrigerate the chicken to dry for 2 weeks.

9

After drying, unwrap the chicken and check the texture; it should be hard but slightly damp inside.

10

Prepare the fenugreek by mixing 80 grams of fenugreek with 15 grams of sweet ground red pepper and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder in a bowl.

11

Add warm water (180 milliliters) gradually to make a paste.

12

Refrigerate the fenugreek for 1 day.

13

Rub the fenugreek paste on all sides of the chicken breasts.

14

Re-dry the chicken in the refrigerator for 3 more days to let the flavors penetrate.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

suitable containercling filmcutting boardbowlcheeseclothskewers

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Chicken BasturmaPastirma Chicken

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