Sakarya Bowl Recipe
Roasted beef meatballs, a fragrant tomato sauce, and a lemony, green tabbouleh.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Sakarya Bowl
Method
Instructions for Sakarya Bowl
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
Shape the Meatballs
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Make the Tomato Sauce
In the same skillet, add crushed tomatoes and dried oregano. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes. Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Prepare the Tabbouleh
While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the tabbouleh. In a bowl, combine bulgar wheat with boiling water and let it sit for about 15 minutes until tender. Drain excess water if necessary.
Serve
To serve, place a portion of tabbouleh in a bowl, top with meatballs and tomato sauce. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.