Side Dish

Bulgur Pilaf

Name: Bulgur Pilaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: turkish
Ingredients: 1.5 cup bulgur coarse; 1 pcs onion finely chopped; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 3 cup vegetable broth; 2 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper ground; 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)

This simple bulgur pilaf is a staple side dish in Turkish cuisine, offering a nutty flavor and satisfying texture. It's quick to prepare and makes a great accompaniment to many main courses. The pilaf is naturally vegan and full of wholesome grains.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 35 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 353 kcal

VeganVegetarian

Allergen information: may contain gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

1.5 cupbulgur, coarse
1 pcsonion, finely chopped
2 tbsptomato paste
3 cupvegetable broth
2 tbspolive oil
0.5 tspsalt
0.25 tspblack pepper, ground

garnish

2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)

Equipment

fork · medium saucepan · wooden spoon

The method

Step by step

1
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan or pot over medium heat.
About 1 min
2
Add the onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
About 6 min
3
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it darkens slightly and smells fragrant.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Cooking the tomato paste helps deepen its flavor.
4
Add the bulgur to the pot and toast for about 1 minute, stirring to coat it with the oil and tomato mixture.
About 1 min
5
Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the salt and black pepper.
About 1 min
6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the bulgur has absorbed most of the liquid.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Avoid lifting the lid too often to keep the steam trapped inside.
7
Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: This resting period allows the bulgur to fully absorb any remaining liquid and become fluffy.
8
Fluff the bulgur pilaf with a fork.
9
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Per serving

Nutrition

71%Score

Calories: 353.2kcal
Protein: 10.6g
Carbs: 64.3g
Fat: 8.2g
Fibre: 14.6g
Sugar: 3.8g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover bulgur pilaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out.