This Kayseri pilaf lets bulgur absorb grated tomato and butter, creating a bright central Anatolian side that stays fluffy and filling.
10 min prep 18 min cook 29 min rest
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Finely chop the onion; pick over the bulgur and pass it through a sieve.
Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat, soften the onion for 4 minutes, then add the bulgur and turn for 2 minutes.
Add the grated tomato and saute for 3 minutes, until its sharp raw smell disappears.
Add the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; pour in the hot water and stir once.
Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, until the bulgur absorbs the liquid.
Remove from the heat, cover the lid with a cloth, and let steam for 5 minutes.
Gently stir the pilaf without crushing the grains, transfer to a serving plate, and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Do not skip sauteing the grated tomato; turn it for 3 to 4 minutes until its liquid cooks down so no raw taste remains. Do not rinse the bulgur, because its starch binds the dish.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a platter with cold yogurt, cacik, or onion piyaz on the side; sprinkle extra red pepper flakes on top if desired.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~204
kcal calories
5
g protein
31
g carbs
6
g fat
2.9g
Sugar
15.4g
Fiber
489.2mg
Sodium
2.8g
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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