{"id":3100,"date":"2025-08-31T11:39:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-31T11:39:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/home\/?p=3100"},"modified":"2025-08-31T11:43:30","modified_gmt":"2025-08-31T11:43:30","slug":"turkish-lentil-kofta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/home\/turkish-lentil-kofta\/","title":{"rendered":"Turkish Lentil Kofta (Mercimek K\u00f6ftesi)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"489\">Turkish Lentil Kofta Recipe is a classic from traditional Turkish cuisine that feels both comforting and nourishing. It is called Mercimek K\u00f6ftesi and has been enjoyed for generations at family gatherings, celebrations, and simple meals at home. The best part is that it\u2019s naturally vegan. Red lentils, fine bulgur, onions, herbs, and spices come together to form small patties that are soft, filling, and full of flavor.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"946\">This dish shows how simple ingredients can create something special. You cook red lentils until tender, then mix them with fine bulgur. The bulgur absorbs the liquid and forms the base of the kofta. Onions, tomato paste, cumin, and paprika add warmth and depth. Fresh parsley and green onions bring brightness and balance. Finally, you shape the mixture into oblong patties. Eat them plain, wrap them in lettuce, or serve them as part of a mezze spread.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1280\">One thing that makes this Turkish Lentil Kofta Recipe so popular is its versatility. You can prepare it in advance and keep it in the fridge for two to three days. It works well for meal prep, picnics, or packed lunches. The patties are light but satisfying, making them a great appetizer, side dish, or even a quick vegan dinner.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1596\">Mercimek K\u00f6ftesi is more than just food. It is a dish that brings people together. Humble and wholesome, yet full of flavor, it represents tradition in every bite. Making Turkish Lentil Kofta at home is an easy way to enjoy a timeless recipe from T\u00fcrkiye that fits perfectly into a modern, plant-based lifestyle.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-3103\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"3103\" data-servings=\"6\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-compact\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Mercimek-Koftesi.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-150x150 size-150x150\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Mercimek-Koftesi.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Mercimek-Koftesi.jpg?resize=500%2C500&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Mercimek-Koftesi.jpg?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Mercimek-Koftesi.jpg?zoom=2&amp;resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Mercimek-Koftesi.jpg?zoom=3&amp;resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/ahimsaplantkitchen.com\/home\/wprm_print\/turkish-lentil-kofta-mercimek-koftesi\" style=\"color: #444444;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #777777;border-radius: 0px;padding: 5px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-print-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"3103\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#444444\" d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print Recipe<\/a>\n\t\n\t\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">TURKISH LENTIL KOFTA (MERCIMEK K\u00d6FTESI)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">One of my favorite classic Turkish dishes is Lentil Kofta, or Mercimek K\u00f6ftesi. What I love most about it is that it\u2019s naturally vegan without even trying. It\u2019s a recipe that has been enjoyed for generations in Turkey, often shared at family gatherings or served as a comforting snack. Made with soft red lentils, fine bulgur wheat, and a blend of spices and herbs, these little bites are full of flavor, hearty, and satisfying. This recipe yiels approx. 26 kofta. <\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Appetizer, lunch, Main Course<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Turkish<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">mercimek k\u00f6ftesi, red lentil kofta, vegan turkish recipe<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-block-text-normal\">6<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-3103-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-3103-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"3103\" data-servings=\"6\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the lentil-bulgur mixture:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red lentils<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">washed and drained<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">bulgur<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">fine, or couscous<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the spice mixture:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">onion<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely diced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cumin<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">paprika<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red chili flakes<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">tomato paste<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red pepper paste<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Add at the end:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">bunch parsley<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">mint leaves<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped (optional)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">stalks spring onion<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">juice of 1 lemon<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pepper or to taste<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"20\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or to taste<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For serving:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"22\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Gem lettuce leaves<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"23\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">lemon wedges<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-3103-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-3103-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"3103\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3103-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Thorougly wash the red rentils until the water is almost clear. Cook them in three cups of water until they become soft. Then, add the fine bulgur (or couscous) and allow it to absorb the remaining liquid. Set this mixture aside for 10\u201315 minutes. While the lentils and bulgur cool, saut\u00e9 the onion in a pan with salt.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3103-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Then, add the tomato paste, red pepper paste, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes to the pan.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3103-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Next, combine the lentil-bulgur mixture with the spice mixture and mix well.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3103-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Add the olive oil, lemon juice, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then use your hand to shape the koftas.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-3103-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">You can serve the koftas on gem lettuce leaves and garnish with lemon slices.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Turkish Lentil Kofta Recipe is a classic from traditional Turkish cuisine that feels both comforting and nourishing. It is called Mercimek K\u00f6ftesi and has been enjoyed for generations at family gatherings, celebrations, and simple meals at home. The best part is that it\u2019s naturally vegan. 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