Çiğ köfte

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Red bulgur patties arranged on lettuce leaves.
Çiğ köfte

Çiğ köfte is associated with southeastern Türkiye, including Adıyaman. Its older meat-based form combines finely ground raw beef or lamb with bulgur, tomato paste, onion, garlic and spices. GoTürkiye also describes meat-free versions in which bulgur and ground walnuts replace the meat.[1]

The dish is served as a meze, usually cool rather than as a hot cooked meatball. Adıyaman’s tourism guide describes its preparation and eating as part of social gatherings and conversation. Its account also notes varied ingredients in meat-free versions.[1][2]

References

Sources checked:

  1. Taste: South Eastern Türkiye — Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency / GoTürkiye
  2. Taste: Adıyaman — Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency / GoTürkiye
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