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Hearty Bulgur Recipes

August 27, 2019
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Bulgur adds protein and fiber to healthy side dishes and main-course meals. Whole-grain bulgur pairs especially well with Middle Eastern and Asian flavors, such as Tabbouleh with Grilled Vegetables or Bulgur with Ginger & Orange. Bulgur is easy to prepare and a nice change from rice and pasta.
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Bulgur with Ginger & Orange

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Bulgur is ubiquitous in Middle Eastern cooking but also pairs deliciously with Asian seasonings. This simple side dish is perfect with beef, lamb or poultry. For variations, substitute toasted sesame seeds for the almonds, or carrot juice (it is surprisingly good and certainly nutritious) for orange juice.

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Fresh Herb & Lemon Bulgur Pilaf

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This pilaf, made with nutty bulgur, gets plenty of bright flavor from fresh dill, mint, parsley, ginger and lemon.

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Middle Eastern Burgers with Yogurt-Garlic Sauce

Middle Eastern Burgers with Yogurt-Garlic Sauce
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Exotic-tasting spices and chopped prunes give Middle-Eastern flair to this succulent, healthy burger recipe. Serve the burgers with the cool, savory yogurt sauce and slices of ripe tomato, lettuce and sharp red onion.

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Mustard Greens & Bulgur

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Pungent mustard greens beg for other strong flavors for balance. Here walnut oil, walnuts, dates, bulgur and white-wine vinegar do the trick.

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Tabbouleh with Grilled Vegetables

Tabbouleh with Grilled Vegetables
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Grilled vegetables add a layer of rich, complex flavors to the popular Middle Eastern salad of bulgur and herbs. Serve with whole-wheat pita bread or use as a sandwich filling.

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Meatloaf

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The addition of richly flavored dried mushrooms and the whole-grain goodness of bulgur increases the vitamins and minerals and decreases the saturated fat of this meatloaf. The loaf is free-form, rather than baked in a loaf pan, which means more delicious, browned crust. This recipe is large enough to feed a big group or, even better, have leftovers for a cold sandwich the next day.

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Turkish Lamb Pita Burgers

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Heavy on exotic spices, this decadent sandwich is a great way to familiarize yourself with the joys of Turkish cooking. Lean turkey blended with lamb lightens the mix. Stuff the patties into warm pita bread or roll the mixture into meatballs and serve with the yogurt sauce on the side as an hors d'oeuvre.

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Creamy Hamburger Noodle Casserole

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The EatingWell Test Kitchen takes lean ground beef and combines it with whole-grain bulgur, egg noodles and a creamy tomato sauce in a baked casserole topped with Cheddar. With less fat and calories than the original skillet meal, this dish is sure to become a new family favorite.

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Parsley Tabbouleh

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Serve this tart, parsley-dominated tabbouleh at your next backyard gathering.

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Apricot-Bulgur Pudding Cake with Custard Sauce

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Don't be put off by “bulgur” and “cake” in the same title. (Think rice pudding but with bulgur.) Whether you use coarser-textured bulgur (our preference) or fine, the cooked bulgur (Step 1) should resemble cooked oatmeal.

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Bulgur Stuffing with Dried Cranberries & Hazelnuts

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For a change of pace from traditional bread stuffing, try this elegant, nutty-tasting pilaf, which features quick-cooking whole-grain bulgur.

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Lentil & Bulgur Pilaf with Green & Yellow Squash

Lentil & Bulgur Pilaf with Green & Yellow Squash
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Based on a traditional Lebanese Lenten dish, this recipe makes a terrific meatless meal. Serve with warm whole-wheat flatbread or pita and a dollop of tangy plain yogurt.

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Everyday Whole-Wheat Bread

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This whole-wheat loaf is excellent for sandwiches, toast or eating plain. It has a light, springy texture and a mellow, slightly sweet grain taste from cracked wheat. The crust is crisp when the bread is first baked, but gradually softens as it stands. Recipe by Nancy Baggett for EatingWell.

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Moroccan Bulgur & Pork Casserole

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Fragrant with North African spices and made hearty with chunks of lean pork, this bulgur pilaf casserole recipe is ready to go in the oven in just 25 minutes. Vary the dish by substituting shrimp, Pacific cod fillets or chunks of boneless, skinless chicken thighs for the pork.

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Tabbouleh with Chickpeas

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This tabbouleh recipe with chickpeas has lots of parsley, mint, tomatoes and cucumbers. Toasting brings out the flavor in the cumin, and cinnamon adds a subtle depth to the flavors. Bring this tabbouleh recipe as a side to a party or serve as a one-dish supper for 6 instead of 8.

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Indispensable Meat Sauce for Pasta

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Prosciutto, wine and mushrooms dress up this all-purpose spaghetti sauce; keep some handy in your freezer to toss with your favorite pasta, layer into lasagna or spoon over polenta. We have added bulgur to reduce the amount of ground beef.

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    1 of 16 Bulgur with Ginger & Orange
    2 of 16 Fresh Herb & Lemon Bulgur Pilaf
    3 of 16 Middle Eastern Burgers with Yogurt-Garlic Sauce
    4 of 16 Mustard Greens & Bulgur
    5 of 16 Tabbouleh with Grilled Vegetables
    6 of 16 Meatloaf
    7 of 16 Turkish Lamb Pita Burgers
    8 of 16 Creamy Hamburger Noodle Casserole
    9 of 16 Parsley Tabbouleh
    10 of 16 Apricot-Bulgur Pudding Cake with Custard Sauce
    11 of 16 Bulgur Stuffing with Dried Cranberries & Hazelnuts
    12 of 16 Lentil & Bulgur Pilaf with Green & Yellow Squash
    13 of 16 Everyday Whole-Wheat Bread
    14 of 16 Moroccan Bulgur & Pork Casserole
    15 of 16 Tabbouleh with Chickpeas
    16 of 16 Indispensable Meat Sauce for Pasta

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