Konya cullama kofte kneads bulgur and minced meat into a straightforward but deeply rooted central Anatolian main.
25 min prep 20 min cook 5 min rest
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Moisten the bulgur lightly and let it swell for 10 minutes.
Knead the ground beef, bulgur, onion, and spices for 8 minutes.
Shape the mixture into oval meatballs, leaving no cracks on the surface.
Arrange the meatballs on a greased tray or place them in a wide pan.
Cook the meatballs in the oven or in the pan for 16 minutes total.
Foam the butter with red pepper flakes for 2 minutes and drizzle over the meatballs.
Rest the meatballs for 5 minutes and serve with yogurt.
💡 Tip: Kneading the mixture for 8 minutes helps the meatballs hold their shape without cracking as they cook.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with sumac onions on the side.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~296
kcal calories
19
g protein
19
g carbs
15
g fat
1g
Sugar
0.6g
Fiber
538.3mg
Sodium
7.7g
Saturated fat
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.
Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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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