Source: Timolina, AdobeStockBulgur is a rather inexpensive and very versatile grain that pairs wonderfully with vegetables or other additions. Bulgur can be prepared in many different ways, but today we suggest making it in a skillet. We're sharing 15 magnificent recipes!
1. Bulgur with Vegetables in a Skillet
Source: vpuzo.comYou can also simply add any frozen vegetable mix to this recipe.
You will need: 1 cup bulgur, 2 cups water, 1 onion, 2 tomatoes, 1 celery stalk, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 2 cloves garlic, spices, herbs, 10g butter.
Preparation: Rinse and lightly toast the bulgur in a dry skillet. Add vegetable oil and chopped onion, and fry for 2-3 minutes. Add chopped celery, bell pepper, and carrot.
Stir, sprinkle with spices, herbs, and garlic. Arrange tomato slices, pour in hot water, and bring to a boil without stirring further. Cook for 20 minutes covered over low heat, then stir. Add butter and serve.
2. Bulgur with Chicken in a Skillet
Source: mirtesen.ruA delicious and hearty main course suitable for the whole family.
You will need: 300g chicken fillet, 180g bulgur, 1 bell pepper, 1 carrot, 1 handful corn, 1 handful green beans, spices.
Preparation: Cook bulgur until done. Dice and fry chicken fillet until golden, add bell pepper and carrot, and fry for another 5-7 minutes. Add corn and green beans, and after 3 minutes, add bulgur. Season, add a few spoons of water, and simmer everything covered for another 5-7 minutes over low heat.
3. Bulgur with Minced Meat and Prunes in a Skillet
Source: dzen.ruDespite its simplicity, this dish can even be prepared for a special occasion.
You will need: 200g bulgur, 350g minced meat, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 50g prunes, spices, 400ml water.
Preparation: Chop onion and carrot, fry until soft, add chopped prunes and fry for another 2-3 minutes. Add minced meat, season, and continue frying over high heat until the color changes. Add bulgur, stir, pour in hot water, and simmer for 15-20 minutes covered over low heat.
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4. Bulgur with Bacon in a Skillet
Source: vk.comInstead of bacon, you can use ham or smoked lard.
You will need: 250g bulgur, 250-300g bacon, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 100-150ml sour cream, 500ml boiling water, spices.
Preparation: Dice bacon, chop onion, and fry them in a skillet until golden. Add grated carrot and fry a little more. Add rinsed bulgur, continue frying for 2 minutes. Add sour cream and spices, after 1 minute pour in boiling water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15-20 minutes over low heat, covered, stirring occasionally.
5. Bulgur with Eggplant and Tomatoes in a Skillet
Source: eat-me.ruA lean porridge that works perfectly even without meat.
You will need: 180g bulgur, 250ml water, 400g eggplant, 50g carrots, 400g tomatoes, 120g bell pepper, 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp curry, spices.
Preparation: Rinse bulgur and dice all vegetables. Fry eggplant until browned, add carrots and bell pepper, and fry for another 5-7 minutes. Add tomatoes and spices, cook for another 5 minutes, then add bulgur. Pour in water, stir, bring to a boil, and simmer everything together for 20-25 minutes covered over low heat.
6. Bulgur with Shrimp and Green Peas in a Skillet
Source: glamours.nameSeafood lovers won't be able to resist!
You will need: 5 tbsp bulgur, 150g peeled shrimp, 50g green peas, 1 clove garlic, 1 tomato, 1 bunch parsley, spices.
Preparation: Rinse and lightly toast bulgur in a skillet with a little oil. Then pour in water to cover it completely, season, and cook covered for 20-25 minutes over low heat. Separately, fry shrimp with garlic for 2-3 minutes, add peas and tomato, and fry for another 5-7 minutes. Add the shrimp to the bulgur, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and cook everything together for another 2-3 minutes.
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7. Bulgur with Mushrooms in a Skillet
Source: allrecipe.ruA light and versatile side dish for almost anything.
You will need: 1 cup bulgur, 2 cups water, 1 onion, 200g mushrooms, 1 carrot, spices.
Preparation: Chop onion, grate carrot, and fry until soft. Add sliced mushrooms and simmer until golden. Add rinsed bulgur, season, stir, and fry for another 2 minutes. Pour in hot water, bring to a boil, and cook bulgur for 20 minutes covered over low heat.
8. Bulgur with Meat in a Skillet
Source: 1000-receptov.ruBoth pork and beef work equally well for this recipe.
You will need: 1 cup bulgur, 400g pork or beef, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 150g green peas, 1 bell pepper, 2 tomatoes, 2 cups water, spices.
Preparation: Slice meat into strips and fry until browned. Dice all vegetables into medium pieces. Add onion and carrot to the meat, and after 5 minutes, add bell pepper and tomatoes. After a few more minutes, add rinsed bulgur, spices, and pour in hot water. Sprinkle evenly with green peas, bring to a boil, and simmer for 20-25 minutes covered over low heat.
9. Bulgur in Tomato Sauce in a Skillet
Source: eat-me.ruIt's best to use homemade tomato juice with pulp and no extra additives.
You will need: 1 cup bulgur, 2 cups tomato juice, 100g onion, 100g carrots, 150g mixed frozen vegetables to taste, 150g zucchini, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop fresh vegetables and fry them along with the frozen ones for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Add rinsed bulgur and spices, stir, and pour in tomato juice. Simmer for 20-30 minutes covered over low heat.
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10. Bulgur with Egg and Herbs in a Skillet
Source: dzen.ruThis recipe is perfect for breakfast or as a side dish.
You will need: 1/2 cup bulgur, 2 cups water, 1/2 bunch dill, 1 egg, spices.
Preparation: Lightly toast rinsed bulgur in a dry skillet, pour in water, season, and bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat, stirring, and when all the water is absorbed, pour in the beaten egg and stir again. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring, add herbs, and remove from heat.
11. Bulgur with Vegetables and Cheese in a Skillet
Source: pinterest.comIf you have some cheese left at home, feel free to add it here.
You will need: 250g bulgur, 200g hard cheese, 100g onion, 150g carrots, 3 cloves garlic, 500ml water, spices.
Preparation: Chop onion, garlic, and carrots, and fry them together until soft. Add rinsed bulgur, stir, and season. Fry for another 2-3 minutes, pour in hot water, and cook covered for about 15 minutes over low heat. Sprinkle with grated cheese, stir, and cook for another 5 minutes.
12. Bulgur with Pumpkin in a Skillet
Source: lobsterhouse.ruA vibrant seasonal dish you'll want to make again and again.
You will need: 1 cup bulgur, 1 onion, 300g pumpkin, 2 cloves garlic, 1 carrot, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Finely chop and fry onion with carrot. Add diced pumpkin, rinsed bulgur, and spices. Stirring, fry everything for a few more minutes. Pour in about 2 cups of boiling water and cook for 20 minutes covered over low heat. At the end of cooking, add garlic and herbs.
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13. Bulgur with Spinach in a Skillet
Source: cookpad.comFor a richer flavor, add a few more spoons of butter.
You will need: 120g bulgur, 1/2 onion, 1 carrot, 100g spinach, 250ml water, spices.
Preparation: Cook bulgur until done. Chop onion, grate carrot, and fry them for 5-7 minutes. Add chopped spinach and simmer for another 2 minutes. Season, add bulgur, and simmer everything together for another 2 minutes.
14. Bulgur with Tofu in a Skillet
Source: livejournal.comA completely lean and vegan recipe.
You will need: 150g tofu, 1 cup bulgur, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 tomato, 400ml water, 4 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, spices.
Preparation: Mix soy sauce, sesame seeds, paprika, and spices. Dice tofu and marinate it in this mixture for 20 minutes. Lightly toast rinsed bulgur in a little oil, pour in hot water, and simmer until done.
Separately, finely chop vegetables. Fry onion with carrot, add tofu, and fry for a few more minutes. Add tomato and pour in the tofu marinade, simmer everything for 5-7 minutes covered over low heat. Add bulgur, stir, and cook everything for another 5-7 minutes.
15. Bulgur with Turkey in Sour Cream in a Skillet
Source: cookpad.comTurkey can also be replaced with chicken or other meat of your choice.
You will need: 300g turkey fillet, 150g bulgur, 1 bell pepper, 450ml water, 3 tbsp sour cream, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop or mince turkey fillet. Fry the minced meat with spices until almost done, add finely chopped bell pepper and fry for another 3 minutes. Add sour cream and rinsed bulgur, stir, and pour in hot water. Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes over low heat, covered.