How to Cook Bulgur Wheat
This step-by-step guide shows how to cook bulgur wheat using fine, medium, or coarse grains, with exact water ratios and cooking times that actually work.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
For Fine Bulgur
- 1 cup fine #1 bulgur wheat
- 2 cups water
- ½ teaspoon salt
For Medium or Coarse Bulgur
- 1 cup medium or coarse bulgur wheat
- 1 ½ cups water
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
For Fine Bulgur
- Rinse bulgur in a colander with cold water, making sure to agitate it with your hands to rinse it until the water runs clear. Drain immediately.
- In a medium saucepan, add the water and salt to a boil.
- Add the bulgur and stir. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.
For Medium or Coarse Bulgur
- Rinse bulgur in a colander with cold water, making sure to agitate it with your hands to rinse it until the water runs clear. Drain immediately.
- In a medium saucepan, add the water and salt to a boil.
- Add the bulgur and stir and bring the mixture to a boil again. Lower the heat to medium-low and cook the bulgur covered until tender and all the liquid is fully absorbed, 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, still covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Notes
- My Top Tip: Let your bulgur wheat steam! After removing from the heat, allow it to rest, covered, for a few minutes before fluffing it with a fork. This steaming process will give you a light, fluffy texture and prevent the grains from clumping together.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to prevent it from drying out.
- Freezing: Allow the cooked bulgur wheat to cool completely to room temperature. Spread the bulgur wheat out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat in a thin, even layer. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for about 1-2 hours, or until the bulgur wheat is frozen. Transfer the frozen bulgur into airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. Be sure to label the containers or bags with the date and contents. Store the bulgur wheat in the freezer for up to 3 months for the best quality.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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