Turkish Bulgur Salad (Kisir)
2019-06-10- Cuisine: Turkish
- Course: Appetizer, Snack
- Skill Level: Intermediate
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- Yield : 12
- Servings : 12
- Prep Time : 30m
- Cook Time : 30m
- Ready In : 30m
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Turkish bulgur salad (kısır) is by far one of the most popular dishes in Turkish cuisine. It is easy, healthy and delicious!
Kisir is a specialty in the southeast of Turkey, from where the country’s spicier dishes hail. Bulgur salad as a meal, side dish or snack. It makes a great picnic food too!
Ingredients
- 2 cups of fine bulgur
- 2 cups of boiling water
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp pepper paste (preferably hot)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 bunch green onions, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 bunch parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp pomegranate syrup
- 1lemon juice (you have to taste and add less or more lemon juice)
- 2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- For Garnish: lettuce leaves, tomatoes, cucumber
Method
Step 1
Place the bulgur in a large bowl. Pour the boiling water over it. Cover and let stand for 15-20 minutes to allow the bulgur soften.
Step 2
Meanwhile, In a medium size pot, place the olive oil and onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned light brown, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the salt, spices, tomato and pepper paste.
Step 4
Drain the bulgur and return it to the bowl. Add the cooked onion.
Step 5
Drizzle with lemon juice, and the pomegranate syrup.
Step 6
Toss gently until the salad is thoroughly combined.
Step 7
When it is cold, add green oninos and parsley. Toss and serve.
Step 8
Kisir is served and eaten with lettuce leaves, cucumbers and tomatoes. Enjoy!