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Antalya Hibeş Mezesi
Easy 12 min~198 kcal 1/10
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Acuka
A Turkish breakfast spread with pepper paste, tomato paste, walnuts, garlic, olive oil, sesame, and warm spices.
Easy⏱️ 12 min📖 1 min readServes 8~140 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
12 min prep
- #Under 30 min
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 12 min- Prep12 min
Ingredients
8 servings
Quick:
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Tomato paste
- 2.5 tbsp(~38 ml) Red pepper paste
- 4 tbsp(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Pomegranate molasses
For the consistency
- 1.3 cup(~260 ml) Walnut kernels
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Breadcrumbs
For flavoring
- 4 clove Garlic
For the topping
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Sesame seeds
For the spice mix
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Dried mint
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Instructions
- 1
Pulse the walnuts in a food processor, keeping them in small pieces.
- 2
Crush the garlic and mix it with the tomato paste and red pepper paste.
- 3
Add the walnuts, breadcrumbs, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, cumin, red pepper flakes, and dried mint.
- 4
Mash the mixture with a spoon for 3 minutes until homogeneous.
3 min03:00 - 5
Transfer the acuka to a serving bowl, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and let it rest for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: If your pepper pastes are already salty, do not add extra salt, acuka becomes denser as it rests and the paste salt tastes stronger.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve as a breakfast spread with toasted bread, olives, and white cheese, or in a small bowl beside a meze plate.
Nutrition (per serving)
~140
kcal calories
3
g protein
10
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 8%Carbs 28%Fat 64%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Tree nuts
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Acuka make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Acuka take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 0 minutes; 12 minutes in total.Is Acuka difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Acuka have?
Approximately 140 kcal per serving. Protein: 3g, carbs: 10g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Acuka contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Tree nuts, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Acuka need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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