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Easy 40 min~300 kcal 9/10
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Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas
This Ankara one-pot meal cooks bulgur with chickpeas and onion, making a plain but deeply filling steppe supper.
Easy⏱️ 1 hr 9 min📖 1 min readServes 5~212 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
12 min prep 22 min cook 35 min rest
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h 9 min- Prep12 min
- Resting/Marinating35 min
- Cooking22 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Coarse bulgur
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Cooked chickpeas
- 1 adet Onion
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Tomato paste
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Olive oil
- 2.5 su bardağı(~500 ml) Hot water
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Pick over the bulgur, drain the chickpeas, and keep hot chicken stock ready.
- 2
For Ankara kapama, saute the onion in butter for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the bulgur and toast for 4 minutes so the grains are coated with fat.
4 min04:00 - 4
Add the chickpeas, salt, and hot water, then close the lid.
- 5
Cook the kapama over low heat for 16 minutes and do not open the lid so steam does not escape.
16 min16:00 - 6
Rest the pilaf for 10 minutes and fluff with a fork.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Adding the chickpeas later prevents them from being crushed and falling apart in the pot.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the dish hot with pickles and ayran on the side.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Fiber
Nutrition (per serving)
~212
kcal calories
8
g protein
34
g carbs
4
g fat
Protein 16%Carbs 67%Fat 17%
GI 29 · Low GIGL 10 · Low GL
3.3g
Sugar
14.5g
Fiber
945.3mg
Sodium
0.3g
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.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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 Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 22 minutes, including 35 minutes of passive resting; 69 minutes in total.Is Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas have?
Approximately 212 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 34g, fat: 4g.Which allergens does Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Ankara Bulgur Kapama with Chickpeas filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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