Turkish
Kısır
Turkish bulgur salad with pepper paste
A bold Turkish fine-bulgur salad with tomato and pepper pastes, herbs, lemon and pomegranate molasses.
Bright, satisfying and built for real life.
This recipe brings together the generous flavours of Turkish cooking in a format that works on a busy day. Read through the method before starting and adjust seasoning to your taste.
The recipe
Kısır
Ingredients
Main
Method
- 1
Cover the bulgur with boiling water and rest until tender, then fluff and cool.
- 2
Work both pastes into the bulgur until evenly coloured.
- 3
Add pomegranate molasses, lemon and olive oil and mix thoroughly.
- 4
Fold in spring onions and herbs just before serving.
Kısır is a Turkish fine-bulgur salad distinguished by pepper paste, abundant herbs and a tart pomegranate dressing.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Freezing
Freeze only when the finished texture remains suitable; thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Reheating
Reheat gently until piping hot throughout, unless traditionally served cold or at room temperature.
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