This Kayseri pilaf cooks pearl barley with pastırma and butter for a deeply aromatic main.
12 min prep 20 min cook 8 min rest
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Measure the orzo and cut the beef pastirma into wide strips.
Toast the orzo in butter for 5 minutes, until golden brown.
For the pastirma pilaf, add the hot water and salt, then close the lid.
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 10 minutes.
Spread the beef pastirma over the top and steam for 3 minutes so it warms through without making the cemen coating bitter.
Rest the pot for 8 minutes and fluff the orzo with a fork.
💡 Tip: Adding the beef pastirma near the end keeps it from drying out and turning tough.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the pilaf hot, scattered with beef pastirma and pickles on the side.
~324
kcal calories
15
g protein
34
g carbs
13
g fat
2.7g
Sugar
3.8g
Fiber
900.1mg
Sodium
4.2g
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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