Cig Köfte – Turkish Bulgur Balls without Meat

A traditional Turkish dish made from fine bulgur, tomato paste, spices and herbs, completely meat-free, healthy and full of flavor!

Ingredients

250 g fine bulgur
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp paprika paste
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion (finely grated)
1 tsp paprika powder, cumin, pepper
2 tbsp pomegranate syrup
2 spring onions, chopped
parsley, salt, lemon juice

preparation

1. Place the bulgur in a large bowl, cover lightly with hot water and let it soak for 10 minutes.
   
2. Add tomato paste, bell pepper paste, oil and spices and knead vigorously with your hands or a spoon until a smooth mixture is formed.
   
3. Stir in pomegranate syrup, spring onions and parsley.
   
4. Form small, elongated koftas with wet hands.
   
5. Serve with lettuce leaves, lemon and ayran.