This Malatya-style pilaf mixes cracked wheat berries with potatoes for a homestyle filling pot.
12 min prep 58 min cook 490 min rest
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Soak the hulled wheat overnight and drain it.
Cook the hulled wheat in a pot for 35 minutes until tender.
Dice the potatoes and turn them in butter for 5 minutes.
Combine the hulled wheat, potatoes, salt, and hot water.
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 18 minutes until the grains soften without bursting.
Rest the pot for 10 minutes and serve with butter.
💡 Tip: Small potato cubes cook in the same time as the hulled wheat.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the pilaf hot with the potato cubes left visible on top.
~242
kcal calories
7
g protein
40
g carbs
5
g fat
2.3g
Sugar
2.4g
Fiber
595.9mg
Sodium
0g
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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