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Anyone looking to buy Turkish food online will find a wide selection of long-life ingredients, mezze and side dishes. Product images often look similar, while the contents, drained weight, salt content and storage instructions can vary considerably. Taking a considered approach helps you avoid unsuitable purchases and order exactly what you need for salads, rice dishes, sandwiches or hot meals.
With jars and tins, the stated “650 g” or “720 cc” is not the only thing that matters. With pickled vegetables and olives, some of the contents consist of brine. The key details are therefore net quantity and drained weight, where provided. This is particularly important with Turkish olives, pickled olives and pickles, as the usable quantity may be less than expected.
A short ingredients list is more informative than general advertising claims. Check whether the product contains salt, acidity regulators, oil or other ingredients in addition to vegetables or olives. If you have allergies or intolerances, you should also check the allergen information on the label. Product details can provide an initial guide, but they do not replace checking the packaging itself.
Unopened Turkish tinned foods can generally be stored in a cool, dry place. Different conditions apply after opening: jars containing olives, aubergines or Turkish sauerkraut should be kept in the fridge and used promptly. If you only prepare mezze occasionally, smaller jars are often more practical than a large bulk pack.
Turkish olives, Turkish pickled cucumbers, mini pickles and stuffed vine leaves or cabbage rolls are ideal for a mezze platter, for example. Roasted aubergines are a great choice for spreads and side dishes. Check whether the product is already seasoned, preserved in oil or simply kept in brine.
The ingredients list is also important for vegetarian Turkish food. According to the relevant product details, the products featured here contain no allergens; however, the labelling on the packaging you receive remains decisive.
Pickled products can have a higher salt content because of the brine and added salt. For example, Sera Mini Pickles Tursu contain 3.5 g of salt per 100 g, while the grilled green olives contain 2.8 g per 100 g. These figures can help with portion planning. If you want to reduce the salty flavour, you can drain or briefly rinse certain products before serving, provided this suits the dish.
Jars protect the contents from external influences, but they are heavier and need to be stored carefully after opening. Tins are suitable for stocking up and can be stacked to save space. Before buying, you should therefore check:
Why this product suits this profile: The 400-g tin is a manageable size for stocking up on ingredients for salads, rice dishes, stews or a quick side dish.
The ingredients list is short: peas, water and salt. This makes the contents easy to use without having to assess a complicated recipe.
Ready to eat, with no declared allergens, and easy to store unopened in a cool, dry place.
Why this product suits this profile: Grilled green olives add a clearly defined smoky grilled note to antipasti, salads and mezze.
The product details list the ingredients, nutritional values and recommended refrigeration after opening. This makes planning quantities and storage easier.
720-cc jar, ready to eat and, according to the product details, free from declared allergens and artificial colourings.
Why this product suits this profile: The roasted aubergines can be used straight from the jar as a base for dips, spreads, salads and Mediterranean side dishes.
With 98.8% aubergine plus salt and citric acid, the recipe is clearly stated. No additional spice blends are required.
Why this product suits this profile: The stuffed Turkish vine leaves and cabbage rolls are ready to serve and ideal for smaller mezze portions.
The smaller 314-ml pack reduces the risk of having to store a large quantity of leftovers after opening.
Filled with rice, onions, tomatoes, currants and spices; ready to serve at room temperature or chilled.
For larger households or regular hot meals, Küstengold Sliced Button Mushrooms 370 ml and 580 ml are also worth considering. The sliced mushrooms in a jar can be added straight away to pasta, soups, pizza and sauces. According to the product details, they contain 18 kcal per 100 g and are suitable for a vegetarian diet.
If you are looking for Turkish pickled cucumbers or other tangy side dishes, consider Sera Mini Pickles Tursu 340 cc. Sera Sauerkraut Tursu 720 cc is suitable for larger portions as an accompaniment to sandwiches or hot meals. Pitted Green Olives in 360 g are practical when you want stoned olives for salads, pizza or spreads.
We have put together a complete, regularly updated list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the safety regulations applicable in the EU.
The best-before date is shown on the packaging. Unopened products should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, as indicated. Once opened, they should be kept in the fridge and used promptly.
Many products, including olives, aubergines, peas, mushrooms and pickled vegetables, are vegetarian. However, the ingredients list and labelling for the individual product are decisive. With stuffed products, pay particular attention to the filling and the spices used.
Compare the jar size, net quantity, drained weight, salt content and storage instructions. With olives, it is also important to check whether they are pitted, grilled or natural. With pickles, the portion size you need will determine whether a small jar or a larger storage jar is the better choice.