Grape leaves, bulgur, onion, tomato paste, and olive oil simmer into a simple Denizli regional one-pot dish.
18 min prep 35 min cook 18 min rest
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Wash the vine leaves; if brined, soak them in hot water for 10 minutes and drain.
Dice the onion into small cubes.
Saute the onion in olive oil for 6 minutes, until translucent.
Add the tomato paste and stir for 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the water, salt, and black pepper, and bring to a boil.
Add the bulgur and chopped vine leaves to the pot.
Cook covered for 25 minutes, until the bulgur is tender.
Turn off the heat and rest for 8 minutes so the bulgur absorbs the vine leaf juices completely.
💡 Tip: If using brined vine leaves, soaking them in hot water for 10 minutes removes excess salt.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve warm with pickles and finely chopped dill.
~310
kcal calories
8
g protein
46
g carbs
11
g 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.
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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