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Kisir: Turkish Bulgar Salad
Serves 6
INGREDIENTS
250g/8.8oz bulgur couscous
2 1/4 cups/550ml chicken stock
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp red pepper paste
1 small red onion, finely diced
Cucumber, sliced and quartered
4 tomatoes, deseeded and diced
2 tbsp chopped basil leaves
2 tbsp chopped mint
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon
Freshly ground pepper
METHOD
1. Wash the bulgur. Drain and put it in a
saucepan with the chicken stock.
2. Boil, then simmer covered for 10 minutes.
When ready, transfer to a large bowl.
3. Use a fork to fluff up the bulgur. Add the
olive oil, cumin, tomato paste and red
pepper paste.
4. Let the bulgur cool completely then add
the tomatoes, cucumber, fresh herbs and
lemon juice. Season with freshly ground
pepper and mix everything together.
5. Serve immediately or cover with clingfilm
and keep refrigerated until serving.
is Turkish Couscous is a delicious and
refreshing salad made with bulgur wheat
and then mixed with fresh vegetables,
aromatic spice and a tangy dressing. It's
great enjoyed on its own but also perfect as
a side dish with any meat.
