Kısır

Preparation

1. 01

   Soaking

   Place the fine bulgur in a wide bowl. Add warm water (enough to cover the bulgur, about 1 cup). Cover and let it sit until the bulgur softens.

2. 02

   Mixing

   Finely dice the onion. In a small bowl, mix the tomato paste and pepper paste with olive oil, pomegranate molasses, and lemon juice to make a sauce.

3. 03

   Mixing

   Squeeze the softened bulgur by hand to remove excess water. Pour the prepared sauce over the bulgur and knead thoroughly to combine.

4. 04

   Mixing

   Add the finely chopped parsley, green onions, and mint. Add cumin, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt, then mix all the ingredients thoroughly.

5. 05

   Plating

   Add the small-diced cucumber and tomato, and gently mix. Line a serving plate with lettuce leaves, place the kısır on top, and serve with lettuce leaves.