Milas Bloody Kavurma

Milas Kanlı Kavurması is a traditional dish specific to the Milas district of Muğla, based on village chicken. This product was officially registered with a geographical indication on 6 September 2022 and has a deep-rooted history in the region’s culinary culture. It is commonly known as “kanlı” meaning bloody due to the red color imparted by tomatoes and tomato paste. This dish is prepared exclusively within the boundaries of Milas using local ingredients and traditional methods. It has secured a unique place both in daily dining and in the cultural memory of the region.

Product Characteristics

Milas Kanlı Kavurması is a type of kavurma prepared using village chicken green pepper tomato tomato paste paprika and olive oil. Whole village chickens are cut into pieces including skin and bones then briefly boiled in a small amount of water before being fried in olive oil. Finely chopped green pepper onion tomato paste tomato paprika and salt are then added to complete the cooking process. The term “kanlı” which gives the dish its name derives from the red color provided by tomatoes and tomato paste. This distinctive hue has led to the dish being locally referred to as “kanlı kavurma” within its geographical boundaries. In addition to its role in the daily cuisine of the region Milas Kanlı Kavurması holds an important place in the cultural memory of the people.

Preparation Method

The ingredients and quantities used in the preparation of the product are as follows:

• 1100–1300 g village chicken
• 140 g onion
• 2 sweet green peppers 1 hot green pepper
• 220 g tomato
• 50 g tomato paste
• 20 g paprika
• 20 g salt
• 100 ml olive oil
• 70 ml water

The chicken pieces are cooked over medium heat until they release their juices. Olive oil is then added and the frying process begins. Once the meat changes color green pepper onion tomato paste tomato paprika and salt are added in sequence to complete the cooking. Traditionally the dish is served on metal trays with a diameter of 35 cm.

Geographical Boundary and Control

The production of Milas Kanlı Kavurması may occur only within the boundaries of the Milas district of Muğla Province. The reputation and production method of the product are directly linked to this geographical area. All stages of production must be carried out within these boundaries.

The product is inspected at least once a year under the coordination of the Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The inspection body consists of one expert representative each from the Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry the Milas District Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry and the Milas Vocational School of Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Culinary Arts Program. During inspections the suitability of ingredients adherence to the production method and correct use of the geographical indication mark are verified.