🌾 Legumes & grains · Staple grain

Bulgur

Pre-cooked cracked wheat with a toasted hazelnut note, base of tabbouleh.

Bulgur is cracked and parboiled wheat, offering a light, granular texture with a slightly nutty taste. It forms a highly appreciated whole grain base in Mediterranean cuisine, particularly in the Middle East, for its versatility and quick preparation.

Bulgur

Best pairings

Classic · the proven matchAroma bridge · a shared aroma links themContrast · opposites balance out
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In the kitchen

Cold salad with vegetables and vinaigretteBoiled as a side dishMixed with fresh herbs and onionsAs stuffing for stuffed vegetablesIn thick soup

Signature dishes

TabboulehBulgur pilafBulgur and tomato salad

Substitutes

FAQ

What goes with bulgur?

Bulgur pairs especially well with olive oil, flat-leaf parsley, mint, tomato and lemon. Fat that coats bulgur and carries the flavors of accompaniments.

What can I substitute for bulgur?

If you don't have it, try: couscous, freekeh.