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Tavuklu Keşkek
Hard 12 hr~480 kcal 8/10
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Kocaeli Keskek with Darti
Cracked wheat and chicken cook down into a creamy ceremonial stew, finished with browned milk cream known as darti.
Hard⏱️ 26 hr 25 min📖 1 min readServes 6~610 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 120 min cook 1440 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 d 2 h- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating1 d
- Cooking2 h
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 2 glass(~400 ml) Pearled wheat
- 700 g Chicken thighs
- 7 glass(~1400 ml) Water
- 1.5 dessert spoon(~15 ml) Salt
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Butter
- 1 glass(~200 ml) Milk cream
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Butter
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Ground red pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the wheat overnight in plenty of water.
24 hr1440:00 - 2
Put the chicken thighs and drained wheat in a pot, then add the water and salt.
- 3
Cook over low heat for 90 minutes, until the wheat opens and the chicken is tender.
1 hr 30 min90:00 - 4
Remove the chicken, shred it, and discard the bones.
- 5
Return the chicken to the pot, add the butter, and beat the mixture with a wooden spoon for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 6
Cook the cream and butter in a small pan for 8 minutes, until lightly colored.
8 min08:00 - 7
Add the ground red pepper to the darti and pour it hot over the keskek.
💡 Tip: Soaking the wheat overnight shortens the cooking time and gives keskek a creamy texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Pour the hot darti over the top and serve with pickles and ayran.
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- Iron
- Calcium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
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Nutrition (per serving)
~610
kcal calories
34
g protein
58
g carbs
25
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 39%Fat 38%
GI 32 · Low GIGL 19 · Medium GL
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
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 Kocaeli Keskek with Darti make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Kocaeli Keskek with Darti take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 120 minutes, including 1440 minutes of passive resting; 1585 minutes in total.Is Kocaeli Keskek with Darti difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Kocaeli Keskek with Darti have?
Approximately 610 kcal per serving. Protein: 34g, carbs: 58g, fat: 25g.Which allergens does Kocaeli Keskek with Darti contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Kocaeli Keskek with Darti need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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