Bulgur meatballs simmer with pumpkin, onion, mint, and a gently sweet broth.
35 min prep 35 min cook 5 min rest
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Knead the ground beef, fine bulgur, egg, cumin, red pepper flakes and salt for 8 minutes.
Divide the mixture into walnut-sized meatballs.
Cut the pumpkin into large cubes and slice the onions into half-moons.
Layer the oil, onions and pumpkin in the pot.
Place the meatballs on top of the pumpkin and sprinkle with sugar and mint.
Add 1.5 cups hot water, cover and cook for 30 minutes.
Rest the pot for 5 minutes and serve without breaking the pieces apart.
💡 Tip: Placing the meatballs gently on top of the pumpkin keeps them from falling apart in the pot.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot in a deep plate with yogurt and dried mint.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~430
kcal calories
22
g protein
54
g carbs
14
g fat
7.4g
Sugar
2.1g
Fiber
836.5mg
Sodium
5.9g
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.
Very filling, for a really hungry day
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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