Tantuni

Mersin-style sautéed beef with tomato, peppers, and cumin rolled into a thin tortilla-like bread.

Ingredients

• 1 kg beef sirloin
• 1 cup yufka pastry
• 1 tbsp sliced scallions
• 2 tsp ground sumac
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• a generous handful of ripe tomatoes
• a handful of fresh mint, chopped
• a drizzle of butter-fried pita
• 500ml water
• a pinch of Aleppo pepper
• 2 baby potatoes, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the rice pilaf base and set it aside to rest while you get the filling ready.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the beef sirloin, cucumber, sliced scallions, and dried mint, mixing well so everything is evenly seasoned.

3. 3

   Heat olive oil in a skillet, wok, or on a griddle over medium-high heat until shimmering.

4. 4

   Cook the rice pilaf until lightly golden on each side, then transfer to a warm plate.

5. 5

   Fry, grill, or steam the beef sirloin mixture until cooked through and lightly charred at the edges, about 15 mins.

6. 6

   Assemble by layering the rice pilaf with the filling, a spoonful of toasted pine nuts, and a scattering of mint.

7. 7

   Add a final touch of lemon wedges for extra flavor and texture.

8. 8

   Serve immediately while hot, with extra toasted pine nuts on the side for dipping or drizzling.

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