Bulgar With Roasted Pistachios

Bulgar With Roasted Pistachios
Once upon a time when I thought of bulgar, I instantly thought of tabouli. But not any longer. I now know it can be a stand out tasty side dish in its own right that is an alternative to rice and lower in calories.


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Bulgar With Roasted Pistachios
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
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Ingredients
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
people
Ingredients
Votes: 1
Rating: 4
You:
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Instructions
Roasting Nuts
  1. Roast the pistachios or pine nuts by placing them in a small pan over low heat (dry roast, no oil) for about 5 minutes. Shake the pan regularly until they become lightly toasted in colour and fragrant.
For The Bulgar
  1. Place the bulgar in a small pan and add the warm stock. Bring to the boil then turn down to a very low simmer. With the lid on simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until the liquid has been absorbed. Turn off the heat. Stir through the nuts, chopped herbs, cracked pepper and serve.
Recipe Notes

Bulgar is available at Middle Eastern grocers and some supermarkets

Nutrition Facts
Bulgar With Roasted Pistachios
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Sodium 10mg 0%
Potassium 357mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Dietary Fiber 12g 48%
Sugars 1g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin A 1%
Calcium 4%
Iron 10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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