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Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek
This Kastamonu dish cooks cracked wheat with beet and lemon into a rustic, filling pot meal.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 29 min📖 1 min readServes 4~224 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
14 min prep 70 min cook 5 min rest
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h 29 min- Prep14 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking1 h 10 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Pearled wheat
- 2 Beets
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Olive oil
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Wash the wheat and put it in the pot.
- 2
Cook the wheat with hot water for 35 minutes.
35 min35:00 - 3
Chop the beet finely and add it to the pot.
- 4
Cook the beet mixture for 30 minutes, stirring so the wheat does not stick to the bottom of the pot.
30 min30:00 - 5
Add the lemon juice and rest for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 6
When serving the keskek, lift the beet section from underneath so the wheat does not stick to the bottom.
💡 Tip: Cutting the beet small gives the keskek a more even color.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the keskek hot with pickles and parsley on the side.
Nutrition (per serving)
~224
kcal calories
7
g protein
34
g carbs
6
g fat
Protein 13%Carbs 62%Fat 25%
GI 45 · Low GIGL 15 · Medium GL
3g
Sugar
10.2g
Fiber
47.8mg
Sodium
0.6g
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.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
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 Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek take?
Prep 14 minutes, cooking 70 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 89 minutes in total.Is Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek have?
Approximately 224 kcal per serving. Protein: 7g, carbs: 34g, fat: 6g.Which allergens does Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.Is Kastamonu Sour Beet Keskek filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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