Jul 14 2026

Bulgur Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Bulgur Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Cooking the Bulgur

  1. 1

    Rinse the Bulgur

    Place the bulgur wheat in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse it under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes to remove any dust or impurities.

  2. 2

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water to season it.

  3. 3

    Cook the Bulgur

    Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed bulgur to the saucepan. Stir gently, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 12-15 minutes until the bulgur absorbs all the water and becomes tender.

  4. 4

    Fluff and Add Olive Oil

    Once the bulgur is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Then, fluff it with a fork and drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over it, mixing well.

Adding Optional Ingredients

  1. 5

    Mix in Optional Ingredients

    If desired, add lemon juice, chopped parsley, diced tomatoes, and cucumber to the bulgur. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients and adjust seasoning if needed.

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