Bulgar Pilaf
This hardy Middle Eastern dish combines bulgur (cracked wheat) with several spices, dried fruit, and a small amount of nuts. Experiment with different types of dried fruit and nuts.
Vegetarian Recipe
By Fitness and Freebies
Recipe Ingredients
1 large onion, peeled and finely chopped
2 teaspoons oil
2 cups bulgur (cracked wheat)
5 cups water
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 cup raisins
Salt and black pepper to taste
Recipe Directions
Stir-fry onion with oil in a large pot for 3 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients, cover pot, and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove pot from stove and allow it to sit covered 5 minutes.
Mix ingredients well, pour into a serving dish, and serve while still warm.
Recipe makes 6 servings.
