Emel AksuCuisinier Confirmé
16 July 2026 Last updated: 08 September 2026

This party-friendly meatball stew gets whole-grain texture from fine bulgur and extra heartiness from chickpeas, and cooks quickly in a pressure cooker. It stays flavorful even after cooling, making it suitable for a late-night snack.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Soften the Bulgur

10 min

Soak the fine bulgur in hot water for 10 minutes to soften it.

2

Shape the Meatballs

20 min

Knead the ground beef, chopped onion, softened bulgur, egg, flour, salt, and black pepper together, then shape into evenly sized meatballs.

3

Pressure Cook

15 min

Place the meatballs, cooked chickpeas, water, and tomato paste in the pressure cooker and close the lid. Once it reaches pressure, cook for 15 minutes.

4

Rest and Serve

10 min

Release the pressure, let the stew rest for 10 minutes, then serve.

Reminder

Shape the meatballs to the same size before adding them to the pressure cooker; otherwise, smaller ones may overcook and fall apart. Allergens: contains wheat (gluten) and egg.

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