Trivia: What shellfish is skewered and deep-fried to make Turkish midye tava?
Scallops
Oysters
Mussels
Clams
The correct answer is Mussels
So why is this answer correct? : “Midye” is the Turkish word for mussels, and “tava” is the word for the type of pan used to make them. The skewered and battered mussels are deep-fried in the cauldron-like center, then drained on its broad edge. They’re served warm with a garlicky tarator sauce. Another popular Turkish street food is midye dolma, which is steamed mussels stuffed with rice and herbs.