If you’ve ever walked the streets of Istanbul, you’ve likely seen the vibrant shops selling Çiğ Köfte—the iconic, spicy, and smoky bulgur treat. While the traditional version once contained raw meat, the modern (and most popular) version is entirely vegetarian and vegan, relying on a complex blend of spices, pomegranate molasses, and high-quality bulgur to […]
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