Iskender

By Sebastian

Iskender Kebab is a legendary Turkish dish from Bursa, named after its 19th-century creator İskender Efendi.

Iskender Kebab is a legendary Turkish dish from Bursa, named after its 19th-century creator İskender Efendi. Thinly sliced, spit-roasted döner meat is layered over torn pieces of warm pide bread, then drenched in a rich tomato sauce and sizzling browned butter poured tableside. Finished with a generous dollop of cool, tangy yogurt, it's an indulgent combination of textures and bold, savory flavors — comfort food elevated to an art form.