Bulgur with Herbs
A fresh and fragrant Middle Eastern-style grain dish combining tender bulgur wheat with fresh herbs, toasted almonds, and a bright citrus dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
- •1 cup bulgur
- •2 cups boiling-hot water
- •2 tablespoon olive oil
- •¼ cup sliced almonds
- •1 cup chopped scallions
- •½ cup chopped cilantro
- •½ cup chopped mint
- •1 tablespoon roasted-almond oil
- •1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- •to taste
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Put bulgur in a bowl, then pour hot water (2 cups) over it and cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let stand until tender, about 10 minutes.
10 min
- 2.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small heavy skillet over medium heat until hot, then cook almonds, stirring, until golden, about 1 minute.
5 min
- 3.
Drain bulgur in a medium-mesh sieve, then return to bowl and stir in scallions, herbs, store-bought roasted-almond oil (or additional olive oil), 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and almonds (with oil). Season with salt and more lemon juice if desired. Serve at room temperature.
5 min
