Traditional Vegetarian Turkish Mercimek Kofte - Lentil Bulgur Kofta

This recipe is for a traditional Turkish dish called "Mercimek Kofte", it's a lentil and bulgur dish, typically served as a side dish or a main dish.

The recipe starts by boiling 2 cups of red lentils in 3 cups of water on medium heat, until the lentils are soft and the water has evaporated. Once the lentils are cooked, the stove is turned off and 1.5 cups of fine bulgur (cracked wheat) is added and mixed well. The pot is then covered and left to rest for 30 minutes.

While the lentil and bulgur mixture is resting, an onion is chopped and cooked in olive oil. Then 1.5 tablespoons of pepper paste and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste are added. Once the onion mixture is cooked, it is added to the lentil and bulgur mixture, along with 5 chopped green onions, half a bunch of chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of red pepper, and 1 teaspoon of cumin. The dish is then mixed well and can be served hot.

Lentil Bulgur Kofta is a tasty, nutritious and traditional meal that is enjoyed by many. It is vegetarian and it's a great source of protein, fiber, and iron. It can be served with yogurt, salad or as a side dish to any meat or fish.

#homemade #foodrecipe #recipe #lentil #recipe