Comments on: Turkish Sweet Potato & Apricot Rolls

By: Ebru Erdogmus

Ebru Erdogmus — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:03:11 +0000

I am afraid this recipe is not Turkish – as some others commented on earlier. I am Turkish and my family still lives in Turkey and I never even heard of such dish. Traditional Turkish dishes do not usually mix sweet and savory – like the apricot would not go into a savory dish.
I heard the cook book called “Sultan’s Kitchen” is very popular among Turkish people living in US – the recipes work and ingredients are adapted to US labels.
Best,
Ebru

By: Batur

Batur — Tue, 26 May 2009 15:10:11 +0000

Dear all,
I am very sorry to inform you that both recipes have nothing to do with traditional Turkish cookery! They might be products of a “creative so called chef” of some type.
Beware of that book Allen.
Kind regards

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By: Allen

Allen — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 23:47:19 +0000

Hey Min – the original recipe called for 8-10 carrots in place of the sweet potato and chickpeas that I used. The recipe also stated the carrots should be steamed instead of boiled, since they would retain their flavor much better. Otherwise, I didn’t tweak the other ingredients too much – used the same spices etc.

By: Min

Min — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:40:14 +0000

Hi Allen! These sound great…can you briefly list the amount of carrots and any spice changes? I don’t have any sweet potatoes here. Thanks!

By: Susan from Food Blogga

Susan from Food Blogga — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:19:43 +0000

I just love sweet and savory dishes like this, Allen. And the mint sauce adds such a silky texture and cool sensation. This would be so much better for tonight’s dinner than soup (which is what I will actually eat). :)

By: Jen

Jen — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:44:53 +0000

Hi Allen– I’ve had carrot and apricot fritters at Turkish restaurants here in DC and they are absolutely delicious. I think I’m going to need to ask for the Turkish cookbook you have for a holiday present this year.

By: Lisa

Lisa — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 20:48:58 +0000

What an interesting recipe! I’ve made a few Turkish dishes in the past and have never been disappointed. I am making note of this. Will try soon.

By: farida

farida — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 20:34:29 +0000

Got carried away and forgot to say that your rolls look very delicious!