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Bulgur Pilavı
Easy 1 hr 3 min~180 kcal 6/10
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Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle
This Ayvalık pilaf cooks coarse bulgur with blessed thistle for an aromatic olive-oil-rich Aegean dish.
Easy⏱️ 1 hr 10 min📖 1 min readServes 4~204 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
14 min prep 20 min cook 36 min rest
- #One-Pot
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h 10 min- Prep14 min
- Resting/Marinating36 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Coarse bulgur for pilaf
- 200 g Sevketibostan greens
- 2 Tomatoes
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Olive oil
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Water
- 1 Onion
- 0.8 tsp(~4 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Clean the sevketibostan, boil it for 5 minutes, and drain.
5 min05:00 - 2
Turn the onion in the oil for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 3
Add the bulgur and tomatoes and toast for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 4
Add the sevketibostan and hot water.
- 5
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 6
Let it rest for 10 minutes so the bulgur swells without crushing the greens.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Briefly boiling the sevketibostan first keeps it from staying tough in the pilaf.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Let the pilaf rest for 10 minutes, then serve it warm with lemon wedges and yogurt.
Nutrition (per serving)
~204
kcal calories
5
g protein
34
g carbs
5
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 68%Fat 22%
GI 24 · Low GIGL 8 · Low GL
3.4g
Sugar
15.1g
Fiber
458.7mg
Sodium
0.7g
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.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong 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 Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle take?
Prep 14 minutes, cooking 20 minutes, including 36 minutes of passive resting; 70 minutes in total.Is Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle have?
Approximately 204 kcal per serving. Protein: 5g, carbs: 34g, fat: 5g.Which allergens does Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Bulgur Pilaf with Blessed Thistle filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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