Kahvaltı Kumpir

Kahvaltı Kumpir is a delightful Turkish breakfast dish featuring a baked potato stuffed with an array of savory fillings. This hearty meal is perfect for starting your day with warmth and flavor.

Ingredients

• Large Russet potato - 2
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Butter - 30 grams
• Cheddar cheese - 100 grams, grated
• Sour cream - 100 grams
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced
• Fresh parsley - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, then pat them dry.
3. Prick the potatoes several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
4. Rub the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
5. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until tender.
6. Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
7. Carefully cut a slit down the center of each potato and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
8. Add butter, grated cheddar cheese, and sour cream to the potato, mixing well.
9. Top the stuffed potatoes with chopped green onions, sliced olives, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and chopped parsley.
10. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Kahvaltı Kumpir!

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from the potatoes and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Provides a good source of protein and calcium from the cheese and sour cream.

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