Bulgur Pilavi
This traditional Turkish bulgur pilaf is a hearty and flavorful side dish made with coarse bulgur, tomatoes, and green peppers. It's a simple, comforting recipe that pairs well with many main courses.
Een origineel recept van Forkin
- Totale tijd
- 40 min
- Porties
- 4
- Moeilijkheid
- Makkelijk
- Per portie
- 355 kcal
Allergeneninformatie: kan gluten bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.
Mise-en-place
Ingrediënten
Ingrediënten
- 1,5 kopjecoarse bulgur, rinsed
- 2 elvegetable oil
- 1 styellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 stgreen bell pepper, diced
- 2 teentjegarlic, minced
- 1 eltomato paste
- 1 kopjecanned diced tomato, undrained
- 3 kopjehot vegetable broth
- 1 tlsalt
- 0,5 tlblack pepper, freshly ground
- 0,5 tldried mint(optioneel)
garnish
- 2 elfresh parsley, chopped(optioneel)
Keukengerei
measuring cups · fork · large pot · measuring spoons · wooden spoon · cutting board · knife
De bereidingswijze
Stap voor stap
- 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 2
Add the yellow onion and green bell pepper to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Ongeveer 7 min
- 3
Stir in the garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Ongeveer 2 min
Tip van de kok: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 4
Add the rinsed coarse bulgur and canned diced tomatoes, stirring to combine everything well.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 5
Pour in the hot vegetable broth, then add the salt, black pepper, and dried mint (if using). Stir gently.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the bulgur has absorbed all the liquid and is tender.
Ongeveer 20 min
Tip van de kok: Do not lift the lid during simmering to retain steam.
- 7
Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: This resting period allows the bulgur to fully fluff up.
- 8
Fluff the bulgur pilavi with a fork, then transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Ongeveer 1 min
Per portie
Voedingswaarden
- Calorieën
- 355kcal
- Eiwit
- 10,6g
- Koolhydraten
- 63,8g
- Vet
- 8,5g
- Vezels
- 14,5g
- Suiker
- 6,8g
Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.
Goed bewaren
Store leftover bulgur pilavi in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth to prevent drying.