It is a very valuable and nutritious semi-finished foodstuff that only composes of water and wheat and that is obtained by cleaning, boiling, drying the wheat and grinding it in different kinds of mills after removing its peel and classifying it according to grain sizes. Grain group is an important and economical carbohydrate source that is located at the bottom of the nutrition pyramid. Cracked wheat is a valuable foodstuff that belongs to the grain group. In order to understand the cracked wheat well, its main raw material wheat should firstly be understood. Wheat composes of 3 sections, which are core, bran and endosperm. Most of the nutritional components are found in the core and bran sections. Endosperm is the section that gives energy with its starch and small amount of protein. The core and bran of the wheat contain minerals such as zinc, magnesium and chrome; diet sediment, some phenols, phytates and selenium as well as all B vitamins except B12. The difference of bulgur Generally in products made of wheat, micronutrients in core and bran sections are separated during wheat processing and the only section that reaches to us is the one that gives energy just like white bread. However, bulgur can exactly be defined as full grain because wheat is not grinded during the bulgur production and a product, in which protein, vitamin, mineral, and diet sediment amount is higher, is obtained. Furthermore, bulgur can be considered as healthier among similar foodstuff, as its glycemic index is lower than macaroni and rice. Briefly, bulgur is a very valuable foodstuff that is rich in terms of sediment and fibers, has low carbohydrate values and high protein values. Benefits of bulgur Containing very high amount of fibers, bulgur is very important for intestinal activities. Furthermore, cracked wheat has a significant role in weight control, as it has a filling feature. According to World Health Organization, our daily fiber need is around 25-30 gr. We can easily cover this need by having one serving of bulgur. B1 vitamins it contains play a significant role in strengthening our nervous and digestive systems. Moreover, this vitamin should regularly be consumed in order to prevent beriberi disease. Additionally, bulgur is extremely necessary to improve the intelligence level of the babies of pregnant women, as it also contains folic acid. Bulgur makes you feel full for a long time and is a product that can be used in diets for its glycemic index is low and it slowly flows into blood. It is also recommended for diabetic patients. Moreover, it offers a variety, as it can be used in many meals such as salads, hot and cold meals.

Cardamom is one of the world’s very ancient spices. It is native to the mountainous rain forests of southwestern India and Sri Lanka where it grows wild. A member of the ginger family, cardamom follows saffron and vanilla as the world’s most expensive spices. Ancient Egyptians chewed cardamom seeds as a tooth cleaner; the Greeks and Romans used it in perfumes. Vikings came upon cardamom a thousand years ago, in Constantinople, and introduced it into Scandinavia, where it continues to remain popular. This highly scented spice has a variety of typical uses, depending on the region. Cardamom has a pleasant flavor and aroma and in India it is used in tea, cool drinks, confectionaries and sweets, as well as vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. People of India consider cardamom to be a digestive aide while Scandinavians employ it as a breath freshener. Cardamom is a popular spice in Northern Africa and Eastern Africa. Cardamom flavors coffee in Saudi Arabia, baked goods in Sweden and ground meat in Norway. The Near East and Scandinavia consume half the world's cardamom. It is more widely used than cinnamon in Sweden. Cardamom coffee is a symbol of Arab hospitality. In the west cardamom essential oil is used as a food flavoring, in perfumery, and for flavoring liquor. The spice is often combined with cloves and cinnamon in all cuisines.

Whole cinnamon sticks are from the bark of evergreen trees. They are harvested by peeling off the tree bark, and allowing it to curl up in quills as it dries.

Traditional paprika flakes from famous Maras region. Native to Southeastern Turkey the Maras chili is named after Maras a small town in this region (now known as Kahramanmaras). These chilies are naturally wet and are best known for their oily texture and moist appearance. Maras chilies are placed on large tarps where they are sun-dried, de-stemmed, seeded and ground into a crushed flake while still retaining much of their moisture. The aroma is of dried fruit, while the taste is slightly acidic with hints of deep earthy flavors. A medium hot Chile (a bit smoky and a bit sweet) come in at about a 4-6 on the heat scale and 10,000 in scoville heat unit.

World's famaous double roated chickpeas (Corum Region). Leblebi is a snack made from roasted chickpeas, common and popular in Algeria, Iran, Syria and Turkey, and sometimes seasoned with salt, hot spices, dried cloves, or candy coated.

Vibrant not only in flavor and color, Dried Turkish Apricots are great and ideal for snacks. These apricots are moist and chewy. Health Tips 1. Rich in vitamin A, Apricots are a good source of potassium and magnesium, two minerals that give the body endurance, energy and stamina. In fact, many with potassium deficiencies see their blood counts leap up after adding dried apricots, dates, peaches, figs, prunes and raisins to their diets! 2. Apricots contain iron, important for blood building and silicon, necessary for beautiful skin and hair. 3. Apricots are extremely rich in beta carotene and are an excellent source of carontenoids, which may help to prevent cancer.

This first cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil is a real fruit juice with a blurry, yellow green color since its is unfiltered. Recommended for use in salads, dipping, special dishes and marinades. All Natural 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cholesterol Free Product Produced in Turkey

This first cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil is a real fruit juice with a blurry, yellow green color since its is unfiltered. Recommended for use in salads, dipping, special dishes and marinades. All Natural 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil . Cholesterol Free Product . Produced in Turkey

This first cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil is a real fruit juice with a yellow green color and recommended for use in salads, dipping, special dishes and marinades. All Natural 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Cholesterol Free Product. Produced in Turkey

Extracted and aligned on a rope and then listen to high quality walnut interiors will be immersed in grape molasses. It is rich in protein, fat, B vitamins, phosphorus, and potassium. It is affected as a blood enhancer and nutritive for brain cells. It reduces the croner herat diseases and cancer risks. Perfect energy source. Churchkhela (also written churchkhella), is a traditional sausage-shaped candy originating from the Caucasus, mainly Georgia, and also common in Russia and Turkey. In Turkish it is called pestil cevizli sucuk, literally walnut sujuk because of its sausage shape. Churchkhela is made of walnuts sewn onto a string, dipped in thickened white grape juice and dried in the shape of a sausage. In Armenia, a popular substitute for churchkhela is fruit leather, called bastegh or t'tu lavash. These are thin roll-up sheets of sour plum puree, which explains why they are named the same as the sheets of the traditional Armenian bread lavash.

Grounded Cumin for your Eastern recipes mostly Kofte.

Being famous in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries, it has unbelievable sour and distinctive taste for salads and kebabs.

Premium Grape Leaves for stuffing. All Natural Tender Leaves. No additives. No preservatives. Use whatever amount you need, easy package to keep the rest.

Premium Grape Leaves for stuffing. All Natural Tender Leaves. No additives. No preservatives.

Unsalted, unroasted raw Antep pistachios for baklava.

All natural roasted salted chickpeas. Healthy snack! Natural white chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are humidified to make them soft and are then roasted in an oven. These roasted chickpeas are salted for extra flavor.

Sesame seeds are consumed in a variety of ways throughout many countries. They may be eaten dry, added to soups, used as garnish on savory dishes, and used in many candies and cakes.

Sumac comes from the fruit of a bush indigenous to the Middle East. The bush is actually a member of the cashew family and the fruit is used widely in Turkey and other Arabic countries. Sumac is a main ingredient in the Middle Eastern spice blend Za'atar. Before the Romans learned of lemons, they used sumac for its sour and pleasantly astringent taste. They called it Syrian sumac. Sumac berries are picked, dried and ground into a coarse powder before being used in the cooking process. This powder is used to flavor salad dressings, meats, rice dishes and kebobs. Sumac can also be mixed with other vegetables such as onions and used as a condiment.

Siirt pistachios have one of the most exotic tantalizing tastes found only in this imported nut. This roasted and salted variety of pistachios offers a stronger, more vivid pistachio flavor. Try a few and you will see for yourself. These are much larger in size than the Antep variety.

All Natural White Chickpeas. Healthy snack! Natural white chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are humidified to make them soft and are then roasted in an oven. These roasted chickpeas are salted for extra flavor.

Sumac is a dark red spice with origins in the Mediterranean region. You will agree that there is no substitute for its sour lemon taste. Also known as sumak, sumack, sumach, or summac.

Zahtar is a popular blend of seasonings throughout Turkey, Northern Africa and Middle Eastern cuisine. It consists of thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds and is used to flavor various types of food including meats and vegetables.