En Garanti MERCİMEK KÖFTESİ 🥇Asla Dağılmayan Tam Ölçülü Tarif - Mercimek Köftesi Nasıl Yapılır

bulgur

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a gluten-free alternative, while rice is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

pomegranate molasses

🥗Healthier: balsamic vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Balsamic adds sweetness, while apple cider vinegar is cost-effective.

red pepper paste

🥗Healthier: fresh bell pepper puree

💰Cheaper: tomato sauce

Fresh puree offers a healthier option, while tomato sauce is less expensive.

Wash 1 cup of red lentils and place them in a pot.

Add 3 cups of water to the pot and bring to a boil.

Once the lentils are cooked (keep slightly juicy), remove from heat and add 1 cup of fine bulgur.

Mix well and set aside.

In a skillet, add finely chopped onion and olive oil, and sauté until translucent.

Add tomato paste, chili paste, and spices to the skillet and cook for a few minutes.

Combine the sautéed mixture with the lentils and bulgur, and mix well.

Add salt and mix again.

Finely chop the spring onions and parsley, and add them to the mixture along with lemon juice.

Knead the mixture well and form walnut-sized pieces into round shapes.

Prepare yogurt with salt to taste and drizzle over the lentil balls.

In a small skillet, lightly fry the paprika and red pepper flakes in olive oil and drizzle over the yogurt before serving.

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