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Main Course
This traditional stuffed dish is made using the local 'haylan squash' (a large and hard-skinned variety of squash unique to the region). The filling is made with meat and rice. Due to the region-specific squash type, it has a strong geographical identity.



Local Name
Gaziantep Haylan Squash Dolma
Recommended Season
Autumn
Preferences
Spicy, Oily
Geographical Indication
Ingredients
Haylan squash
Beef or lamb mince
Rice
Onion
Garlic
Tomato paste
Pepper paste
Tomato
Pomegranate molasses (optional)
Spices
This traditional stuffed dish is made using the local 'haylan squash' (a large and hard-skinned variety of squash unique to the region). The filling is made with meat and rice. Due to the region-specific squash type, it has a strong geographical identity.
The squashes are cut into thick slices and hollowed out. They are filled with a meat and rice mixture, arranged in a pot, and cooked over low heat. Served with a saucy consistency.