What it tastes like
Cool, tangy and smoky underneath; warm, meaty and gently spicy on top.
Lunch or dinner · Gaziantep
Ali Nazik
Say it: ah-lee nah-zik
Smoky aubergine folded into garlicky strained yoghurt, topped with spiced lamb mince or small pieces of grilled lamb and finished with pepper butter.
How to order it
Ask whether the restaurant serves it with kıyma, minced lamb, or kuşbaşı, diced lamb. Scoop through both layers rather than eating them separately.
Good beside it
- Warm lavaş
- Sumac onions
- Gavurdağı salad
Dietary note
Contains dairy and meat. Confirm whether the bread or meat seasoning introduces gluten.