Hatay Fellah Köfte

Hatay Fellah Köfte is a traditional dish prepared with fine bulgur mixed with onions, flour, pepper paste, cumin, red pepper, and basil, then shaped into small dumpling-like balls. Its aromatic spices and soft texture give it a distinctive flavor. Commonly prepared in homes and restaurants across Hatay, Fellah Köfte is served hot with either a spinach-based or tomato-based sauce. Its long-established tradition makes it one of the region’s characteristic local dishes.