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Sini Köftesi

Cultural Context

Sini Köftesi hails from Turkey, particularly popular in the southeastern regions. This dish reflects the rich culinary traditions of Turkish cuisine, where meat is often paired with fresh vegetables and herbs. It is commonly served during family gatherings and festive occasions, showcasing the communal aspect of Turkish dining. Today, Sini Köftesi is enjoyed in various forms across the globe, with adaptations to suit local tastes.

TurkishTRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500 grams minced beef
2 chopped onions
3 medium boiled potatoes
parsley (chopped)
1 tablespoon chorizo pepper paste
concentrated tomato
2 handfuls chopped walnuts
200 grams bulgur (soaked)
cumin
sweet paprika
hot paprika
black pepper
salt
olive oil
butter

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are a healthier alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are more affordable and still add crunch.

1

Heat a frying pan and add olive oil.

2

Add chopped onions and sauté until they start to color.

3

Add 300 grams of minced beef, black pepper, salt, sweet paprika, and hot paprika to the pan and mix.

4

Sauté until the meat is cooked through.

5

Add chopped walnuts and parsley to the mixture and mix well to combine.

6

In a bowl, mash the boiled potatoes.

7

Add the remaining 200 grams of minced beef, salt, black pepper, cumin, tomato paste, and soaked bulgur to the mashed potatoes and mix well.

8

Divide the mixture into two equal halves.

9

Prepare a 26 cm mold by spreading butter on the inside.

10

Press the first half of the dough into the mold to form a base layer.

11

Add the meat and walnut filling on top of the base layer and distribute evenly.

12

Cover with the second half of the dough, pressing it down to form a top layer.

13

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

14

Cut the top layer into deep cuts and then make decorative cuts on top.

15

Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakingslicing

Equipment Needed

frying pan26 cm moldmixing bowlknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Sini KebabTray Kebab

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