Description
If you are looking for a simple and delicious side dish, try this Bulgur Pilaf recipe. It's inspired by Turkish bulgur pilaf and takes about 25 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal side dish for a busy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (from 1 pepper)
- 3/4 tsp. table salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp. tomato paste
- 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup coarse bulgur wheat
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- fresh chopped parsley and mint, for serving
Instructions
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium. Add onions and peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 6 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir in garlic and tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is jam-like, 2-3 minutes.
- Add bulgur to the tomato mixture and stir well to coat. Add broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a low simmer and cook, covered, until tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Serve garnished with herbs.
Notes
- Leftover bulgur pilaf may be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Bulgur pilaf is good cold but may be reheated in the microwave or in a skillet over low heat, stirring frequently.
- You can add a bit of spice with a big pinch of Aleppo pepper.
- To bump up the flavor even further, try adding warm spices like cumin and coriander.
- This recipe is vegan but not gluten-free.
- Serve bulgur pilaf with our Tahini Yogurt Sauce and our easy and vegan Chickpea Patties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: American/Turkish