Kisir
A classic Turkish salad of fine bulgur seasoned with tomato and red pepper pastes, lemon, pomegranate molasses, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables.
Instructions
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Step 1
Place the fine bulgur in the mixing bowl and pour over the boiling water. Cover and leave until the grains are tender and the water is absorbed.
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Step 2
Uncover and fluff the bulgur with a fork. Mix in the tomato paste, red pepper paste, salt, cumin, red pepper flakes, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
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Step 3
Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, and pomegranate molasses together in the small bowl.
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Step 4
Wash and dry the scallions, parsley, mint, tomatoes, and cucumber, then prepare them as noted. Add them to the seasoned bulgur.
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Step 5
Pour the prepared dressing over the bulgur mixture and fold until evenly combined. Let the kisir rest before serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Wash produce thoroughly under running water. Refrigerate kisir within 2 hours, keep it covered, and consume leftovers within 3 days.
Risk factors
- Raw herbs and vegetables can carry soil or surface contamination.
- The finished salad contains moist cooked grain and should not remain at room temperature for extended periods.