This Konya-style pilaf brings bulgur, green lentils, and cumin together in a simple filling plate.
10 min prep 37 min cook
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Dice the onion small and turn it in butter for 3 minutes until softened.
Add the bulgur and cumin and toast for 2 minutes so their aroma opens.
Add the lentils and 2.5 cups hot water, then close the lid.
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 12 minutes and remove from the heat when the bulgur absorbs the water.
Steam with the lid closed for 8 minutes, then fluff the grains without crushing them.
💡 Tip: Leaving the lentils slightly firm helps them stay separate while the pilaf steams.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with cacik on the side.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~248
kcal calories
9
g protein
36
g carbs
7
g fat
2.4g
Sugar
18.4g
Fiber
41.2mg
Sodium
2g
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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