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Bulgur Pilavi (Turkish Bulgur Rice Pilaf)

Bulgur Pilavi or Turkish Bulgur Rice Pilaf is a healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with grilled meat or chicken, kebabs, casserole dishes, and hearty stews.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Turkish
Diet: Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 290kcal
Author: Ayla Clulee

Equipment

  • 1 kitchen scale
  • 1 Rubber spatula
  • 1 Measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 Sauce pan

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon butter (40 grams)
  • 2 ½ tablespoon vermicelli or orzo (50 grams)
  • 1 large tomato (grated or finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoon finely chopped sundried tomato (50 grams)
  • ½ tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 ½ cups coarse bulgur (270 grams)
  • 3 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock (hot) (540 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions

  • Wash the bulgur in a fine sieve with cold water and let it drain.
  • Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add orzo or vermicelli and fry until they turn golden brown.
  • Add the bulgur and stir until nicely combined for a few more minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, and chopped tomato, and sauté for a few minutes.
  • Pour in hot chicken stock or vegetable stock, add the seasoning and give it a good stir.
  • Put the lid on and bring it to a boil.
  • Let it simmer over low heat for 15 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
  • Let it rest for 10 minutes without opening the lid.
  • Stir it with a fork to make the rice fluffy before serving.

Notes

  • Use coarse or very coarse bulgur for a fluffy and chewy texture. Using fine bulgur would make the pilaf mushy.
  • Cook the bulgur pilaf with butter for an even nuttier taste.
  • When the bulgur is cooked, take the pan off the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes with the lid off.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 1362mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 987IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg