Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to make your bulgur light and fluffy.

Stir in 2/3 cup bulgur; cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 12 minutes.

Remove from heat, and let stand, covered, 10 minutes.

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Drizzle with 2 teaspoons oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt.

Fluff with a fork to combine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sadly, it does not come gluten-free.

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You don’t need to rinse bulgur wheat since it’s parboiled.

To thaw, move it to the refrigerator overnight before warming it up.

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

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