Bulgur Pilaf With Chickpeas

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1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.

   Noin 1 min

2. 2

   Add the yellow onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

   Noin 6 min

3. 3

   Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

   Noin 1 min

   Kokin vinkki: Be careful not to burn the garlic.

4. 4

   Add the tomato paste and red pepper paste, cooking and stirring for 2-3 minutes to deepen their flavor.

   Noin 2 min

   Kokin vinkki: Cooking the pastes helps release their full flavor.

5. 5

   Add the rinsed medium bulgur, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

   Noin 1 min

6. 6

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes.

   Noin 15 min

   Kokin vinkki: Do not lift the lid during simmering to retain steam.

7. 7

   After 15 minutes, stir in the chickpeas, cover again, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, or until the bulgur has absorbed most of the liquid and is tender.

   Noin 5 min

8. 8

   Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.

   Noin 5 min

   Kokin vinkki: This resting period allows the bulgur to fully fluff up.

9. 9

   Fluff the pilaf with a fork, then serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.