Kufta with bulgur came
8 servings
50 minutes
Ishli kufta with bulgur is one of the most exquisite and traditional dishes of Armenian cuisine, embodying centuries-old traditions and refined taste. Its roots go back to ancient times when meat, nuts, and bulgur harmoniously combined in Eastern gastronomy dishes. The taste of ishli kufta is rich and intense: tender meat infused with the aromas of melted butter pairs with crunchy nuts and soft, slightly nutty bulgur. Kufta has a unique texture—dense yet tender—with an astonishingly delicate balance of flavors. The dish is often served with lemon to highlight its complex nuances. Ishli kufta can be stored in the freezer, making it convenient for preparation in advance. It is not just food but a true work of art that conveys the spirit of Armenian culinary traditions.
1
For the filling, pass the meat through a meat grinder.
- Beef: 950 g
2
Fry the minced meat in a large amount of melted butter and add crushed walnuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix thoroughly.
- Clarified butter (ghee): 500 g
- Walnuts: 200 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Next, prepare the filling for the outer layer. Pass the beef and dry bulgur through a meat grinder twice, then add the prepared kufta filling to it.
- Beef: 950 g
- Bulgur: 400 g
- Kufta (meatballs/meatloaf): 10 g
4
Form balls from the obtained mass, make a dent in each with a finger, fill them with filling, and shape them like a lemon.
5
Prepared dishes can be sent to the freezer. They can be stored for a long time.
6
Boil in salted water for 20-25 minutes. Serve with lemon.
- Salt: to taste
