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Turkish Kısır Recipe

Kısır (Turkish Fine Bulgur Salad)

A vibrant Turkish bulgur salad made with fine bulgur, herbs, and a tangy pomegranate molasses dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course appetizers-meze
Cuisine Turkish
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups fine bulgur
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp pepper paste
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate molasses
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 4 green onions
  • ½ cup parsley
  • 1 tomato
  • 1 cucumber

Instructions
 

  • Place the fine bulgur in a large mixing bowl and pour hot water over it. Cover and let it sit for 10–15 minutes until the bulgur softens and absorbs the water completely.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, tomato paste, pepper paste, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth and fully combined.
  • Fluff the softened bulgur with a fork to separate the grains, then pour the prepared dressing over it. Mix thoroughly and gently knead for 2–3 minutes to help the bulgur absorb the flavors.
  • Add the chopped green onions, parsley, tomato, and optional cucumber. Fold everything together until evenly distributed.
  • Let the kısır rest for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve fresh.

Notes

  • Use fine bulgur only
  • Adjust acidity to taste
  • Best served fresh