Dishes you should try in Gürün: Gürün Dut Pekmezi (mulberry molasses), Gürün Pastırması (air-dried cured beef) and Gürün Elması (Gürün apples). This guide also covers the local products to buy and what Gürün is famous for.
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Famous Dishes of Gürün
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Gürün Dut Pekmezi (mulberry molasses)
Gürün Dut Pekmezi was registered as a designation of origin on 30 September 2021 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 906). Product group: processed and unprocessed fruit and vegetables, and mushrooms. Registered by: Gürün District Governorship.
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Gürün Pastırması (air-dried cured beef)
Gürün pastırması is prepared by drying beef marinated in special spices. It is one of Sivas's best-known gastronomic treasures.
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Gürün Elması (Gürün apples)
Gürün's famous apples are used in desserts and dishes. Prepared using recipes passed down through generations, this dish is an important part of the local food culture.
Dishes from Sivas Cuisine
What to eat in Sivas →These dishes are known throughout Sivas province; see the provincial food guide for details.
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Sivas Köftesi (Sivas meatballs)
Meatballs with a registered geographical indication.
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Sivas Katmeri (Sivas katmer)
Katmer (flaky pastry) with a registered geographical indication.
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Sivas Pastırması (Sivas pastırma)
Pastırma (cured beef) with a registered geographical indication.
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Divriği Pilavı (Divriği rice pilaf)
A pilaf with a registered geographical indication, also known as Alatlı pilavı.
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Ulaş Yaprak Döneri (Ulaş leaf döner)
Döner with a registered geographical indication.
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Zara Sac Ekmeği (Zara griddle bread)
Bread with a registered geographical indication.
What to Buy in Gürün: Local Products
- Gürün Pastırması Gürün pastırması is a product with a protected geographical indication. It is produced using traditional methods.
- Gürün Elması Gürün apples are known across Türkiye for their aroma and flavour.
What Gürün Is Famous For: Culture and Traditions
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Pastırma Tradition
Gürün is a district that has been known for pastırma production for centuries. Traditional pastırma making forms the basis of the district's cultural identity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I eat in Gürün?
Gürün is known for 3 local dishes, above all Gürün Dut Pekmezi (mulberry molasses), Gürün Pastırması (air-dried cured beef) and Gürün Elması (Gürün apples). Gürün Dut Pekmezi was registered as a designation of origin on 30 September 2021 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 906). Product group: processed and unprocessed fruit and vegetables, and mushrooms. Registered by: Gürün District Governorship.
What is Gürün famous for?
Gürün is known for Gürün Dut Pekmezi (mulberry molasses), Gürün Pastırması and Pastırma Tradition. Its best-known sights include Şuğul Canyon and Gökpınar Lake.
What to buy in Gürün?
Local products and souvenirs to buy in Gürün include Gürün Pastırması and Gürün Elması.
Gürün Travel Guide
What to Eat in Other Districts of Sivas
- Sivas Central District 3 dishes Sivas Köftesi, Madımak Çorbası (madımak herb and bulgur soup) and Katmer
- Akıncılar 2 dishes Sivas Köftesi and Keşkek (wheat and meat dish)
- Altınyayla 2 dishes Sivas Köftesi and Keşkek (wheat and meat dish)
- Divriği 3 dishes Divriği Pilavı /Alatlı Pilavı, Divriği Köftesi and Keşkek
- Doğanşar 5 dishes Sivas Köftesi, Keşkek (wheat and meat dish) and Katıklı Aş (cold ayran and mint soup)
- Gemerek 3 dishes Sivas Köftesi, Keşkek (pounded wheat and meat) and Gemerek Gilaburusu (Gemerek guelder rose)
- Gölova 2 dishes Sivas Köftesi and Keşkek
- Hafik 4 dishes Sivas Köftesi (Sivas meatballs), Madımak Çorbası (wild madımak soup) and Hafik Tava (lamb and vegetable casserole)
- İmranlı 2 dishes Sivas Köftesi and Keşkek (wheat and meat dish)
- Kangal 3 dishes Kangal Balıklı Hot Springs, Sivas Köftesi and Madımak Çorbası (madımak herb and bulgur soup)
- Koyulhisar 3 dishes Sivas Köftesi (Sivas meatballs), Keşkek (wheat and meat dish) and Koyulhisar tomato
- Suşehri 2 dishes Sivas Köftesi (Sivas meatballs) and Keşkek (wheat and meat porridge)
- Şarkışla 2 dishes Sivas Köftesi (Sivas meatballs) and Keşkek (wheat and meat dish)
- Ulaş 3 dishes Ulaş Etli Pidesi (Ulaş meat pide), Sivas Köftesi (Sivas meatballs) and Keşkek (wheat and meat dish)
- Yıldızeli 7 dishes Sivas Köftesi, Madımak Çorbası (wild herb soup) and Madımak (wild herb stew)
- Zara 3 dishes Zara Balı (Zara honey), Sivas Köftesi (Sivas meatballs) and Madımak Çorbası (wild herb soup)