Beyran çorbası is a traditional Turkish soup made with mutton. It originates from the Gaziantep region in southeastern Turkey. Gaziantep is renowned for its rich culinary culture, and beyran çorbası is one of the most famous dishes of this region.
The name “beyran” is derived from the Turkish term referring to cooking meat in its own juices and broth. The base of beyran çorbası is a strong and aromatic broth made from lamb meat and bones. Traditional preparation involves several hours of slow cooking.
Beyran çorbası holds a special place in Gaziantep and its surroundings. Locals often consume it, particularly for breakfast, as a hearty meal. It is believed that beyran çorbası helps prevent colds and provides vitality and energy.
In Gaziantep and nearby areas, it is common for the soup to be prepared in restaurants specializing in this dish. These establishments often open very early in the morning so that people can enjoy freshly prepared beyran before work. In Gaziantep, locals prefer a version with a distinctly spicy flavor, which is a characteristic feature of the local cuisine.
Beyran çorbası is naturally a spicy soup, but if it’s not spicy enough for you, you will often get a bowl of peppers that are extremely hot 😁.
I tasted the soup shown in the photos above as a gift at my favorite Istanbul restaurant, Gaziantep Közde Künefe Kebap Salonu (see “Where to Eat in Istanbul“). One portion with a generous amount of meat costs 250 TRY (6 EUR). It was perfect.
Bon appétit!
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