Batırık, both a soup and a watery salad, is a very popular dish in Konya and surrounding provinces. This hearty vegetable dish, which is thickened with bulgur and tahini, is served cold.

Batırık is typically eaten wrapped in lettuce or cabbage leaves. However, it is also eaten with grape leaves in some regions.

Batırık is a nutritious and delicious dish. Bulgur is a good source of protein and fiber. Tahini is a good source of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C.

Batırık is typically eaten as an appetizer with main meals. However, it can also be a filling meal on its own.

Batırık is a popular dish in Turkish cuisine.

  • 1 cup fine bulgur

  • 1/2 cup tahini

  • 2 tomatoes

  • 1 onion

  • 1 green pepper

  • 1/2 bunch parsley

  • 1/2 bunch green onion

  • 1/2 cup pomegranate syrup

  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

  • Salt

  • Pepper

To make Batırık, follow these steps:

  1. In a bowl, combine the fine bulgur, tahini, tomatoes, onions, peppers, parsley, and green onions.

  2. Add the pomegranate syrup, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and mix well.

  3. Serve the Batırık wrapped in lettuce or cabbage leaves.