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Dishes you should try in Arapgir: Arapgir Balıklı Pilav (fish pilaf), Arapgir Deli Kız Baklavası, Arapgir Gelin Kız Helvası and Arapgir Pestil Kavurması. This guide also covers the local products to buy and what Arapgir is famous for.

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Famous Dishes of Arapgir

  • Arapgir Balıklı Pilav (fish pilaf)

    Arapgir Balıklı Pilav was registered as a protected geographical indication on 10 February 2025 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1697). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

  • Arapgir Deli Kız Baklavası

    Arapgir Deli Kız Baklavası was registered as a protected geographical indication on 23 July 2023 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1418). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products, desserts. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

  • Arapgir Gelin Kız Helvası

    Arapgir Gelin Kız Helvası was registered as a protected geographical indication on 17 April 2026 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1843). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products, desserts. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

  • Arapgir Pestil Kavurması

    Arapgir Pestil Kavurması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 27 September 2023 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1475). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products, desserts. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

  • Arapgir Peynirli Ekmek (cheese bread)

    Arapgir Peynirli Ekmek was registered as a protected geographical indication on 15 April 2024 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1567). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products, desserts. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

  • Arapgir Tandır Kebabı (tandır-baked kebab)

    Arapgir Tandır Kebabı was registered as a protected geographical indication on 26 April 2021 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 735). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

Dishes from Malatya Cuisine

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These dishes are known throughout Malatya province; see the provincial food guide for details.

  • Malatya Analı Kızlı Köfte (stuffed and plain meatballs in sour broth)

    A dish with a registered geographical indication, in which stuffed and plain meatballs are cooked in a sour broth with chickpeas.

  • Malatya Kağıt Kebabı (paper-wrapped kebab)

    A kebab with a registered geographical indication.

  • Malatya İçli Köftesi (stuffed meatballs)

    Stuffed meatballs (içli köfte) with a registered geographical indication.

  • Yeşilyurt Kiraz Yaprağı Sarması (cherry-leaf dolma)

    Dolma wrapped in cherry leaves, with a registered geographical indication.

  • Arapgir Dolaması (Arapgir wrapped dish)

    A local dish with a registered geographical indication.

What to Buy in Arapgir: Local Products

  • Arapgir Akıtma Bıciği Arapgir Akıtma Bıciği was registered as a protected geographical indication on 6 June 2023 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1371). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Dolaması Arapgir Dolaması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 24 November 2021 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 955). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Kakuk Arapgir Kakuk was registered as a protected geographical indication on 12 October 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1239). Product group: seasonings, sauces and salt. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Kızartması Arapgir Kızartması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 8 January 2025 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1685). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Köhnü Üzümü (Arapgir Köhnü grapes) Arapgir Köhnü Üzümü was registered as a protected designation of origin on 24 June 2008 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 96). Product group: processed and unprocessed fruit and vegetables and mushrooms. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Manusa Dokuması (Arapgir Manusa weaving) Arapgir Manusa Dokuması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 26 January 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1013). Product group: textiles. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Mor Reyhanı (Arapgir purple basil) Arapgir Mor Reyhanı was registered as a protected designation of origin on 8 December 2017 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 266). Product group: seasonings, sauces and salt. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Pohmutu /Pohmut Arapgir Pohmutu was registered as a protected geographical indication on 19 January 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 995). Product group: chocolate, confectionery and derived products. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.
  • Arapgir Tahta Çivili Ayakkabı (wooden-pegged shoes) Arapgir Tahta Çivili Ayakkabı was registered as a protected geographical indication on 9 December 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1281). Product group: handicrafts other than carpets, kilims and textiles. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

What Arapgir Is Famous For: Culture and Traditions

  • Mansion Culture

    Arapgir, with its 19th-century stone mansions and traditional architectural fabric, is one of Malatya's most characteristic districts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I eat in Arapgir?

Arapgir is known for 6 local dishes, above all Arapgir Balıklı Pilav (fish pilaf), Arapgir Deli Kız Baklavası, Arapgir Gelin Kız Helvası and Arapgir Pestil Kavurması. Arapgir Balıklı Pilav was registered as a protected geographical indication on 10 February 2025 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1697). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Arapgir Municipality.

What is Arapgir famous for?

Arapgir is known for Arapgir Balıklı Pilav (fish pilaf), Arapgir Akıtma Bıciği and Mansion Culture. Its best-known sights include Arapgir Mansions and Arapgir Castle.

What to buy in Arapgir?

Local products and souvenirs to buy in Arapgir include Arapgir Akıtma Bıciği, Arapgir Dolaması, Arapgir Kakuk and Arapgir Kızartması.

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