Description
İçli Köfte, or Stuffed Bulgur Balls, are a delightful blend of crispy and savory. These aromatic treats feature a golden-brown shell filled with seasoned ground meat and spices, making them an irresistible addition to any gathering. Perfect as appetizers or a main dish, they offer an explosion of flavors that will impress family and friends alike. With simple preparation steps, you can indulge in this beloved Turkish delicacy at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fine bulgur wheat
- 1/2 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp pine nuts, toasted
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/2 cup water (for dough)
- 1 tsp salt (for dough)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- 1. Rinse bulgur under cold water until clear; soak in warm water for 30 minutes.
- 2. In a skillet, sauté onions until translucent. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in pine nuts and spices; set aside to cool.
- 3. Mix soaked bulgur with salt; knead until smooth. Form small discs in your palm.
- 4. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture on each disc, fold, and seal well.
- 5. Heat oil in a pan; fry the köfte until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- 6. Drain on paper towels and serve warm with yogurt or sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 köfte (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg