Bulgur Pilaf
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Bulgur is a nutritious Middle Eastern staple prepared from boiled, dried, cracked whole grain hard wheat. This is a basic recipe, but feel free to add flavourings, such as thyme, bay leaves or pepper. Or add almonds or pine nuts to the bulgur for a more substantial dish. In Middle Eastern cuisine, bulgur is cooked in lots of butter, although we've reduced it substantially. Use the olive oil alternative if you are restricting your saturated fat intake.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter or extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) coarse or fine bulgur
- 1 cup (250 mL) vegetable or chicken stock
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt
Preparation
In saucepan, heat oil and butter over medium heat; fry onion and garlic until softened, about 3 minutes. Add bulgur; stir until oil is absorbed, about 4 minutes. Stir in 1-ΒΌ cups (300 mL) water, stock, parsley (if using), and salt. Bring to simmer; reduce heat to low, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Fluff with fork.
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