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Medium 45 min~350 kcal 8/10
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Bulgur Pilaf with Mackerel
This Canakkale-style pilaf combines mackerel and bulgur in a hearty pan.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 4 min📖 1 min readServes 4~312 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
12 min prep 18 min cook 34 min rest
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 1 h 4 min- Prep12 min
- Resting/Marinating34 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 300 g Mackerel fillets
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Coarse bulgur for pilaf
- 1 Onion
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Water
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Salt
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Black pepper
- 0.3 bunch Parsley
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Instructions
- 1
Remove the bones from the mackerel and divide it into large pieces.
- 2
Cook the onion in olive oil over medium heat for 4 minutes, until lightly pink.
4 min04:00 - 3
Add the bulgur and turn for 2 minutes so the grains are coated with oil.
2 min02:00 - 4
Add the hot water, salt, and black pepper, then cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 5
Nestle the mackerel pieces into the pilaf and cook for 8 more minutes without breaking the fish.
8 min08:00 - 6
Let the pilaf steam for 10 minutes and serve with parsley.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Adding the mackerel in the last 6 minutes reduces breaking in the pilaf.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Plate the mackerel bulgur pilaf without scattering the fish pieces, setting them on top of the bulgur.
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- Protein source
Nutrition (per serving)
~312
kcal calories
20
g protein
25
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 26%Carbs 33%Fat 41%
GI 10 · Low GIGL 3 · Low GL
1.5g
Sugar
14.3g
Fiber
310.7mg
Sodium
1.1g
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)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
- 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 Mackerel make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Bulgur Pilaf with Mackerel take?
Prep 12 minutes, cooking 18 minutes, including 34 minutes of passive resting; 64 minutes in total.Is Bulgur Pilaf with Mackerel difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Bulgur Pilaf with Mackerel have?
Approximately 312 kcal per serving. Protein: 20g, carbs: 25g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Bulgur Pilaf with Mackerel contain?
This recipe contains Seafood, Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Bulgur Pilaf with Mackerel need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Bulgur Pilaf with Mackerel filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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