This Kirsehir-style pilaf mixes green lentils with coarse bulgur for a filling everyday main.
10 min prep 20 min cook 10 min rest
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Boil the green lentils for 15 minutes and drain.
Turn the onion and tomato paste in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
Add the bulgur and toast for 2 minutes until the grains are coated in oil.
Add the lentils, hot water, and salt, then close the lid.
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 14 minutes.
Rest the pot for 10 minutes so the bulgur swells and stays separate.
💡 Tip: Leaving the lentils firm prevents them from mashing into the pilaf.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Complete the plate with warm pide slices and roasted peppers.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~248
kcal calories
10
g protein
40
g carbs
4
g fat
2.8g
Sugar
18.3g
Fiber
604.6mg
Sodium
1.2g
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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