Bulgur Pilaf With Dried Fruit and Nuts

Bulgur is a common ingredient in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, and it is made from cracked wheat that has been partially cooked and dried.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Bulgur Pilaf With Dried Fruit and Nuts

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Bulgur
• 2 cup Water
• ¹⁄₂ cup Dried Apricots
• ¹⁄₂ cup Dried Cranberries
• ¹⁄₄ cup Pistachios
• ¹⁄₄ cup Almonds
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cumin
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Mint

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
2. Add the bulgur and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Add water, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the bulgur is tender and the water is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
5. In the meantime, chop the dried apricots, dried cranberries, pistachios, almonds, fresh parsley, and fresh mint.
6. Fluff the cooked bulgur with a fork and add the chopped dried fruits, nuts, parsley, and mint. Mix well.
7. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Sugars 10g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.