Turkish cuisine thrives on simplicity, nourishment, and rich culinary tradition. In the second part of our The Most Essential Ingredients in Turkish Cooking series, we explore the hearty world of grains and legumes. Whether you simmer a pot of lentil soup or serve a fluffy rice pilaf alongside your favorite stew, these most essential ingredients in Turkish…
Organic Ingredients: serves 6 1 Cup Bulgur or Basmati Rice 1 Cup Green Lentils 4 Cups Water 2 Large Yellow Onions finely diced as small as you can (for pilaf) 1 Large Yellow Onion cut into thin crescents (for onion garnish) 2 Tsp. Ground Cumin 1/2 Tsp. Ground Cinnamon 1/2 Tsp. Black Pepper 3 Tsps….
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