Immerse yourself in the delightful flavors of Kurdish cuisine with Kotalks, traditional dumplings filled with a savory blend of ground beef, onions, and parsley. These tender morsels are perfect when simmered in either a vibrant red tomato-based sauce or a milder white broth. Whether you’re preparing these for a festive occasion or for a comforting family meal, Kotalks are sure to impress.
Dough:
🌾 1 cup semolina
🌾 1 cup cracked wheat
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
💧 Water, as needed
Filling:
🥩 500g ground beef
🧅 1 large onion, finely chopped
🌿 1 bunch of parsley, chopped
🐔 1 tablespoon chicken seasoning
🌶️ 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
🧂 Salt to taste
🌶️ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🍛 1 teaspoon curry powder
Red Sauce:
🧄 2 cloves of garlic, minced
🍅 2 tablespoons tomato paste
🥄 1 tablespoon chicken flavoring
🧂 Salt to taste
🍋 1 teaspoon citric acid
White Sauce:
🥬 1 bunch collard greens, chopped
🧅 1 wax turnip, peeled and cubed
🥄 1 tablespoon chicken flavoring
🧂 Salt to taste
🍋 1 teaspoon citric acid
1- Prepare the Dough:
2- Prepare the Filling:
3- Shape and Fill Kotalks:
4- Prepare Red Sauce:
5- Prepare White Sauce:
6- Cook the Kotalks:
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Equipment: Mixing bowl, skillet, two pots, plastic wrap
Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
Nutritional Info per Serving:
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