Turkish Pumpkin Köfte with Yogurt Mint Sauce
These delicious pumpkin köfte are a perfect blend of spices and sweetness, served with a cooling yogurt mint sauce to complement the flavors.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Prepping the Pumpkin
- 1
Grate the pumpkin
Grate the peeled pumpkin using a coarse grater.
- 2
Salt and rest
Place grated pumpkin in a sieve, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 15 min to draw out moisture.
- 3
Remove excess liquid
Squeeze the pumpkin to remove excess liquid.
Tip: Important: Make sure to thoroughly squeeze out the pumpkin to prevent soggy köfte.
Assembling the Köfte
- 1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine pumpkin, bulgur, onion, garlic, spices, and olive oil.
- 2
Add breadcrumbs and parsley
Add breadcrumbs and parsley; mix well until the mixture holds its shape.
- 3
Form the köfte
Form the mixture into small oval shapes (approximately 2 tbsp per köfte).
Tip: Pro Tip: Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes for flavors to meld and bulgur to absorb moisture.
How to Make Turkish Pumpkin Köfte with Yogurt Mint Sauce
Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
Arrange köfte
Place formed köfte on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake
Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.
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