Famous Karaköy Style Fish Wrap (Balık Dürüm)
1223kcal
Ingredients
The Main Components
- 2 large Mackerel Fillets
- 2 pieces Large lavash or tortilla wraps
- 2 cups Iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
The Caramelized Veggie Filling
- 1 medium Onion, sliced
- 2 large Red capia peppers, sliced
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Pomegranate molasses
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
The Signature Spice Blend
- 1 tsp Sumac
- 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- ½ tsp Dried thyme
The Crispy Outer Glaze
- ¼ cup Vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Sumac
- 1 tsp Paprika
Equipment
- Non-Stick Frying Pan or Griddle: To grill the mackerel and toast the wraps.
- Pastry Brush: Essential for applying the crispy outer glaze.
- Small Mixing Bowls: For the spice blends and signature sauces.
- Chef's Knife: To finely shred the lettuce and slice the peppers.
Method
- Heat a pan with a little oil and fry your mackerel fillets on both sides until golden and fully cooked. Once done, remove from the pan, let them cool slightly, and remove any remaining small bones or skin if preferred. Set aside.
- In the same pan (or a new one), sauté the sliced onions and capia peppers until they soften and start to change color.
- Pour 2 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp pomegranate molasses over the softened veggies. Stir until the sauce thickens and coats them beautifully. Remove from heat.
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the "Signature Spice Blend." In another bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the "Crispy Outer Glaze."
- Lay out your lavash. Place a generous portion of the fish in the center. Top it with the caramelized veggie mixture, shredded lettuce, a sprinkle of the dry spice blend, and an extra drizzle of pomegranate molasses.
- Fold and roll the lavash tightly.
- Heat a clean pan over medium heat. Place the wraps in the pan. Using a brush, apply the "Crispy Outer Glaze" generously on all sides of the wrap as it toasts.
- Grill/toast until the outside is deep golden and ultra-crispy. Slice in half and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition
Calories1223kcalCarbohydrates31gProtein98gFat78gSaturated Fat17gPolyunsaturated Fat33gMonounsaturated Fat21gTrans Fat0.3gCholesterol212mgSodium3037mgPotassium2519mgFiber7gSugar19gVitamin A7364IUVitamin C225mgCalcium166mgIron8mg
Notes
If fresh mackerel is not available, sardines, grilled sea bass, or even salmon can work as substitutes. The key flavor comes from the sumac and pomegranate molasses, which give the wrap its authentic Istanbul street food taste.