Appetizer

Mercimek Köftesi

Soft unfried red-lentil and fine-bulgur patties seasoned with onion, pastes, herbs, and lemon.

What you’ll need

• red lentils: 350 g
• fine bulgur: 250 g
• water: 1000 ml
• onion: 180 g
• tomato paste: 60 g
• scallions: 120 g
• parsley: 40 g
• olive oil: 50 ml
• lemon juice: 60 ml
• cumin: 5 g
• pul biber: 5 g
• salt: 11 g

How to make it

1. Rinse the lentils, combine with 1000 ml water, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 18-22 minutes until completely broken down with a little thick liquid remaining.

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