Antep Simit Kebab Product Description and Distinctive Features: Gaziantep Simit Kebabı, also known as Antep Simit Kebabı, is one of the signature kebabs in the culinary tradition of Gaziantep, a city recognized as part of the Unesco Creative Cities Network. The preparation of Gaziantep Simit Kebabı / Antep Simit Kebabı is unique to the Gaziantep region, establishing a deep connection between its local culinary heritage and the geographical boundaries of the area. In the preparation of Gaziantep Simit Kebabı / Antep Simit Kebabı, ingredients such as armored lamb meat, simit (fine bulgur), dried garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin, dried mint (optional), black pepper, and pine nuts (optional) are used. The kebab is cooked over a charcoal grill. The fine bulgur used in its preparation is Gaziantep Bulgur, which is registered under the number 289. Production Method: Ingredients for 1 portion of Gaziantep Simit Kebabı / Antep Simit Kebabı: - 150-210 g armor lamb minced meat - 10-30 g simit (fine bulgur) (Gaziantep Bulgur) - 2-5 g dried garlic - 2-5 g dried mint (optional) - 2-5 g cumin - 2-5 g salt - 5-10 g pine nuts (optional) - 2-5 g black pepper - 2-5 g red pepper flakes Place simit (fine bulgur) in a large mixing bowl and pour warm water over it. Let it soak for about 10-15 minutes until it expands. Peel and finely chop the dried garlic. Add the swollen fine bulgur, along with armor lamb minced meat, dried mint (optional), red pepper flakes, cumin, black pepper, pine nuts (optional), and the finely chopped garlic into the mixture. Knead everything together for about 5-10 minutes, just like kneading meatballs. Take portions of the mixture and shape them evenly onto skewers, suitable for the grill, using wet hands and fingers to ensure a smooth and uniform shape. Gaziantep Simit Kebabı / Antep Simit Kebabı is then grilled on a charcoal grill, turning it frequently in the same direction. Optionally, it can be served with thin flatbread, ayran (yogurt drink), parsley salad, roasted tomatoes, and peppers.