How To Cook Bulgur Wheat
Learn How to Cook Bulgur Wheat for perfectly fluffy, flavorful grains every time! Quick, easy, and nutritious—a great addition to any meal.
Servings: 2 -1/2 cups (6 servings)
Cost: $1.12
Equipment
Instructions
- Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, add the bulgur to a wide, shallow bowl. Sprinkle with the salt. Measure out 1-1/4 cups boiling water and pour over the bulgur and salt. Stir, then cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
- Let it sit at room temperature for 15–25 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed into the grains. Remove the plastic wrap and fluff with a fork. Enjoy as a delicious side dish, in a salad, in a grain bowl, or in a breakfast bowl!
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Notes
Note 1: There are different types of bulgur, mainly varying in coarseness, and only fine bulgur will work with the method in this recipe. It’s sometimes difficult to find in mainstream grocery stores, so I typically order it online.
Storage: Keep cooked bulgur wheat in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat it in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until heated through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 881mg | Potassium: 215mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg