This Batman one-pot main lets bulgur absorb meat juices and roasted peppers, delivering the southeast a deeply scented, filling tray-to-table dish.
15 min prep 45 min cook 61 min rest
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Heat the olive oil in a pot; sear the diced beef over high heat for 6 minutes until all sides are sealed and lightly browned.
Add the finely chopped onion and soften over medium heat for 4 minutes; add the crushed garlic, tomato paste, and pepper paste, then fry for 2 minutes.
Add the green peppers and the dried capia pepper that has been softened in hot water for 5 minutes and crumbled, turn for 2 more minutes, then add the grated tomato.
Add the salt and black pepper; pour in 3 cups hot water, cover, and cook over low heat for 25 minutes until the meat is tender.
Add the rinsed and drained bulgur and stir; cover and cook over low heat for 12 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from the heat, cover with a clean kitchen towel, put the lid back on, and let rest for 10 minutes; fluff with a fork and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Soaking the dried capia pepper in hot water for 5 minutes before crumbling helps its aroma spread more easily and balances its heat. After adding the bulgur, do not stir; just cover the pot and let it steam.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with garlic yogurt, roasted green peppers, and fresh parsley on the side.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~284
kcal calories
16
g protein
29
g carbs
10
g fat
4.3g
Sugar
13.2g
Fiber
780.4mg
Sodium
4.7g
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.
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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