4
Easy
30 minutes
20 minutesTo make the patties:
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Soak the bulgur in the water while gently frying the onion in about 30ml (2T) oil, with a pinch of salt, until softened.
Stir in the garlic and spices then remove from the heat to cool. Beat the egg in a bowl then season. Mix in the soaked bulgur, mince, parsley, cooled onion mix and seasoning.
Knead the mixture. Shape into 12 to 14 small patties and brown in a little hot oil. Transfer to a baking tray and bake for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on whether you like them slightly pink inside or cooked through but still moist.
To make the bulgur pilau:
In a suitable saucepan, soften the onion in 30ml (2T) oil. Stir in the garlic, coriander, bulgur, tomato, water and some seasoning.
Cook over a low heat, covered, for 20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the grain tender. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley, nuts and cranberries or raisins.
To serve: Serve the patties with the bulgur pilau, baby spinach leaves tossed in olive oil and lemon juice, and thick yoghurt.
Per serving: 4158kJ, 56.7g protein, 40.1g fat, 110.6g carbs
TASTE’s take:
This dish is easily eaten with a fork and can be enjoyed while watching your favourite programme on TV.
