15-Min Red Lentil Köfte Bites
No-cook red lentil and bulgur balls spiked with lemon and spice—Turkish street food that's actually fast. Serve with crisp lettuce leaves and a squeeze of lemon.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 168
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add lentils and bulgur, stir once, then remove from heat.
Step 2
Cover and let sit for 8 minutes until grains soften and liquid absorbs completely.
Step 3
Transfer to a bowl. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and mint.
Step 4
Stir until combined, then let cool for 2 minutes so the mixture is handleable.
Step 5
Wet your hands slightly. Roll mixture into 1.5-inch balls, packing gently but firmly.
Step 6
Arrange köfte on lettuce leaves. Serve at room temperature with extra lemon wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- spoon
- medium mixing bowl
- your hands
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