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Hard 1 hr~520 kcal 9/10
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Batman Kutulk
A regional stuffed bulgur dumpling from Batman, filled with lamb, onion, parsley, and warm spices, then simmered until tender.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 7 min📖 1 min readServes 6~430 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
55 min prep 42 min cook 30 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 7 min- Prep55 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking42 min
Ingredients
6 servings
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For the outer dough
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Fine bulgur
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Cracked wheat semolina
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Hot water
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Coriander seeds
General
- 1.5 tatlı kaşığı(~15 ml) Salt
For the filling
- 450 gr Minced lamb
- 4 adet Onions
- 0.5 demet Parsley
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Butter
- 0.6 çay kaşığı(~3 ml) Black pepper
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Allspice
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the bulgur, cracked wheat semolina, coriander seeds, and half the salt in a large tray.
- 2
Add the hot water, cover, and leave to swell for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 3
Finely chop the onions and soften them in butter for 9 minutes.
9 min09:00 - 4
Add the minced lamb to the onions and cook for 12 minutes, until its juices evaporate.
12 min12:00 - 5
Add the black pepper, allspice, remaining salt, and parsley to the filling, then cool it.
- 6
Knead the swollen bulgur dough for 12 minutes and pinch off pieces larger than a walnut.
12 min12:00 - 7
Open each piece in your palm, fill it with the lamb mixture, and close into a long oval.
- 8
Boil the kutulk in salted boiling water for 18 minutes, until they rise to the surface.
18 min18:00 - 9
Drain, transfer to hot plates, and serve with sumac onions or yogurt.
💡 Tip: Wet your hands often while kneading the outer dough; if it becomes loose, add 1 tablespoon of semolina and rest it for 8 minutes.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve kutulk hot with optional strained yogurt, sumac onions, and ayran.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
- Folate
Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
23
g protein
52
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 22%Carbs 49%Fat 29%
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
- Milk
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 Batman Kutulk make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Batman Kutulk take?
Prep 55 minutes, cooking 42 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 127 minutes in total.Is Batman Kutulk difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Batman Kutulk have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 23g, carbs: 52g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Batman Kutulk contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Batman Kutulk need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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