Kuymak Recipe - Traditional Turkish Cornmeal and Cheese Dish

Materials

• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1 cup of cornmeal
• 1.5 cups of water (can be mixed with milk if desired)
• 1 cup of grated Kolot cheese (or mozzarella, string cheese, or other melting cheese)
• Salt (adjust according to the saltiness of the cheese)

Instructions:

• Place the butter in a pan and melt it over low heat. Let it slightly sizzle but be careful not to burn it.
• Add the cornmeal to the melted butter and stir continuously for about 3–4 minutes until it gives off a nutty aroma.
• Gradually pour in the water while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. The mixture should thicken as it cooks.
• Once the mixture has thickened, sprinkle the grated cheese on top. Do not stir—just cover the pan and let the cheese melt.
• When the cheese has melted and begins to stretch, your kuymak is ready! Serve hot. It's especially delicious with a side of cornbread.