Bolu Mengen Meatballs
Quick answer
Bolu Mengen meatballs have a very satisfying and unique texture thanks to the fine bulgur added to the mixture. Serving them with tomato sauce after frying doubles their flavor.
- Total time
- 45 dk
- Servings
- 4
- Calories (est.)
- ~380 kcal
- Difficulty
- orta
mengen meatballs · bolu cuisine · meatball recipe
45 dk · 4 servings · 380 kcal
Ingredients
- 500g medium-fat ground beef
- 1/2 cup fine bulgur
- 1 onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp flour
Method
- Soak the bulgur in a little hot water and let it swell.
- Grate the onion, squeeze out the juice, and add to the bowl with the meat.
- Add the swollen bulgur, spices, and flour, then knead well.
- Take walnut-sized pieces from the mixture and shape them into patties.
- Fry both sides in hot oil until golden brown.
- Serve hot.
Kneading the meatball mixture for at least 15 minutes ensures the bulgur integrates perfectly with the meat.
FAQ
Do you add eggs to Mengen meatballs?
In the traditional recipe, eggs are not used as the bulgur acts as a binder.
What goes well with it?
You can serve it with tomato rice or tzatziki.
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