Turkish cuisine
Kumpir
Stuffed baked potatoes bursting with savory fillings, a Turkish street food classic.
Kumpir is a delightful Turkish street snack featuring a large baked potato stuffed to the brim with creamy cheese, tangy vegetables, and crispy bacon bits. Its hearty texture and balanced flavors make it perfect for sharing at picnics or casual gatherings.
Method
- 1
If you order kumpir in Turkey, the standard filling is first, lots of butter mashed into the potato, followed by cheese. There’s then a row of other toppings that you can just point at to your heart’s content – sweetcorn, olives, salami, coleslaw, Russian salad, allsorts – and you walk away with an over-stuffed potato because you got ever-excited by the choices on offer.
- 2
Grate (roughly – you can use as much as you like) 150g of cheese.
- 3
Finely chop one onion and one sweet red pepper.
- 4
Put these ingredients into a large bowl with a good sprinkling of salt and pepper, chilli flakes (optional).
FAQ
Is «Kumpir» gluten-free?
Yes. «Kumpir» is a gluten-free recipe, safe for celiac disease when you use certified gluten-free products.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Kumpir»?
One serving has 1092 kcal, 60.3 g carbs, 26.8 g protein and 81.3 g fat. The recipe makes 2 servings.
Is «Kumpir» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Occasionally — watch your portion size. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.