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Turkish Bulgur Pilaf
Enjoy the true essence of Turkish cuisine by making this timeless recipe of authentic Turkish bulgur pilaf that showcases the perfect harmony of ingredients.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 cups coarse bulgur
- 1 Roma tomato (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons red pepper paste
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Turkish pepper (pul biber or Aleppo pepper) (optional)
- 3½ cups hot water
Instructions
- 1
Wash your bulgur a few times and drain it.
- 2
Add the olive oil to a pot and let it heat on medium-high heat before adding onions, garlic, and bell peppers.
- 3
Sauté until fragrant, and until the onions and peppers are softened, about 5-8 minutes.
- 4
Add the finely chopped tomatoes and the washed bulgur.
- 5
Add the red pepper paste, seasonings, and hot water. Mix well until everything is well combined.
- 6
Let it come to a boil for 5 minutes before covering and letting this Turkish pilaf recipe simmer on low for 15-20 minutes, or until the bulgur is soft.