Chiburekki

Chebureki is a delectable deep-fried turnover filled with seasoned ground meat and onions, folded into a crescent shape. Originating from Crimean Tatar cuisine, it has become a beloved snack and street food across many regions, including the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, Ukraine, Eastern Europe, Turkey, and Romania, particularly among Crimean Tatar communities.

To make chebureki, you begin with a soft, pliable dough made from flour, salt, and water. The dough is rolled into small balls, each flattened and filled with a thin layer of seasoned ground beef or lamb. The filled dough is then folded into a half-moon shape and fried in sunflower or corn oil until golden and crispy.

In Turkey, this savory treat is known as çiğ börek and is particularly popular in regions with significant Tatar populations, such as Eskişehir. Another similar Tatar dish is Töbörek, which is essentially a çiğ börek baked in a masonry oven instead of being fried.

Whether fried or baked, chebureki and its variations offer a delightful and flavorful experience that is enjoyed by many around the world.