Kısır

Preparation

1. 01

   Soaking

   Place the fine bulgur in a large bowl. Pour over warm water (enough to just cover the bulgur, approximately 1 glass). Cover and leave until the bulgur has softened.

2. 02

   Mixing

   Finely slice the onion. Mix the tomato purée and pepper purée together in a small bowl with olive oil, pomegranate molasses and lemon juice to make a dressing.

3. 03

   Mixing

   Squeeze the softened bulgur by hand to remove any excess water. Pour the dressing over the bulgur and knead well to combine.

4. 04

   Mixing

   Add the finely chopped parsley, spring onions and mint. Add the cumin, chilli flakes, black pepper and salt, and mix all the ingredients thoroughly.

5. 05

   Plating

   Add the finely diced cucumber and tomato, and fold in gently. Line a serving plate with lettuce leaves, spoon the kısır on top and serve with lettuce leaves.