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Medium 55 min~610 kcal 9/10
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Palu Kofte
An Elazig pot kofte made by kneading fine bulgur with beef, tomato paste, basil, and spices, then simmering in buttered broth.
Medium⏱️ 58 min📖 1 min readServes 5~390 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 28 min cook
- #High Protein
- #Budget-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 58 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking28 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
For the meatballs
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Fine bulgur
- 400 g Ground beef
- 1 Yellow onion
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Tomato paste
For the spice mix
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Dried basil
- 0.7 tsp(~3.5 ml) Cumin
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
General
- 1.2 dessert spoon(~12 ml) Salt
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Butter
For cooking
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Hot water
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the fine bulgur with half a cup of hot water for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 2
Grate the onion and squeeze out the excess juice.
- 3
Knead the bulgur, ground beef, onion, tomato paste, basil, cumin, black pepper, and salt for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 4
Shape the mixture into flat koftes smaller than a walnut.
- 5
Melt the butter in a pot, arrange the koftes in a single layer, and turn for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 6
Add the hot water, cover, and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 7
Rest the koftes for 5 minutes and serve with their broth.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Do not knead the kofte mixture briefly; if the bulgur does not bind with the beef, the risk of cracking during cooking increases.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot in a deep plate with its broth, garlic yogurt, and pickles 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
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~390
kcal calories
24
g protein
42
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 25%Carbs 43%Fat 32%
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 Palu Kofte make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Palu Kofte take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 28 minutes; 58 minutes in total.Is Palu Kofte difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Palu Kofte have?
Approximately 390 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 42g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Palu Kofte contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Palu Kofte need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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