Mercimek köftesi

Mercimek köftesi, also known as lentil balls, is a lentil-based cold dish or meze found in Turkish cuisine. Considered one of the foods that symbolize the importance of Anatolian hospitality, it is often served in events such as 5 o'clock tea and special occasion meals. Adana province is specifically famous for this dish's popularity. Lentil balls are prepared from split red lentils along with tomato paste, fine bulgur, parsley, onion, and other spices. Proportions of ingredients and types of spices used may differ in different regions. The preparation requires cooking of lentils in water to a mushy texture, followed by addition of fine bulgur which absorbs liquid from the boiled lentils without additional cooking. Onions roasted in olive oil, tomato paste, spices and herbs are added for flavor.

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