Bulgur with mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes
Description
This tasty and healthy grain is most commonly used to make salads, but bulgur also pairs wonderfully with various vegetables and meat in hot dishes. Bulgur is easy and quick to prepare, and meals with it are filling and delicious. This recipe is suitable for vegetarians and those observing a fast. But let me tell you a secret—my husband and son, who love eating meat, happily devour this bulgur with mushrooms.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Sauté finely chopped onions and mushrooms with a spoonful of vegetable oil until cooked.
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Step 2
2. Add the finely chopped garlic and cook for another minute.
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Step 3
3. Cut the dried tomatoes into small pieces, add to the mushrooms, mix and remove from heat.
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Step 4
4. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat a spoonful of vegetable oil and add the rinsed bulgur. Fry, stirring, for about 2 minutes over medium-high heat.
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Step 5
5. Pour in water, add 1/3 teaspoon of salt, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring.
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Step 6
6. When the water has almost evaporated, add the mushrooms and tomatoes to the bulgur.
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Step 7
7. Mix and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, cover with a lid, and let it sit for another 2-3 minutes.
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Step 8
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