Kısır Köftesi

Kısır Köftesi is a delightful vegetarian Turkish burger made from bulgur wheat and a medley of fresh vegetables and herbs, offering a burst of flavors and textures. This dish is not only satisfying but also a healthy alternative to traditional meat burgers.

Ingredients

• Fine bulgur - 100 grams
• Boiling water - 200 ml
• Tomato - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Cucumber - 1 small, finely chopped
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Parsley - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Mint - 20 grams, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pita bread or lettuce leaves - for serving

Steps

1. In a large bowl, add the fine bulgur and pour in the boiling water. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let it sit for about 15 minutes, or until the bulgur absorbs the water and softens.
2. Once the bulgur is ready, fluff it with a fork and let it cool slightly.
3. Add the chopped tomato, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint to the bulgur and mix well.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika until well combined.
5. Pour the dressing over the bulgur mixture and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well coated.
6. Shape the mixture into patties, about 4-5 cm in diameter, and set aside on a plate.
7. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Optionally, you can lightly coat it with olive oil.
8. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
9. Serve the Kısır Köftesi in pita bread or on lettuce leaves, garnished with extra herbs or vegetables as desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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