Bulgur pilaf with mushrooms

6 servings

50 minutes

Bulgur pilaf with mushrooms is a refined and aromatic dish of European cuisine that embodies the warmth of home. Bulgur, traditionally used in Mediterranean recipes, gives the pilaf a rich texture and nutty flavor, while mushrooms add softness and a pleasant woody note. Seasoned with garlic, onion, and fresh parsley, this pilaf becomes a true gastronomic delight. Thanks to chicken broth, bulgur absorbs all the aromas, making the dish rich and appetizing. Bulgur pilaf with mushrooms is perfect as a vegetarian main course or as a side dish for meat and fish; it can be served on festive tables or enjoyed in a cozy home atmosphere.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 323.1
• Proteins: 11.4g
• Fats: 11.5g
• Carbohydrates: 36.6g

Ingredients

• Unsalted butter: 3 tbsp
• Onion: 1 head
• Champignons: 220 g
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Chicken broth: 3 glass
• Bulgur: 340 g
• Soy sauce: 1.5 tsp
• Parsley: 10 g
• Salt: 1 tsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat and sauté the chopped onion for 5 minutes, adding salt. Cut the mushrooms into quarters and fry them with the onion until browned, about 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Unsalted butter: 3 tablespoons
   • Onion: 1 head
   • Champignons: 220 g
   • Salt: 1 teaspoon

2. Add minced garlic and cook for another 15 seconds. Then pour in the broth and soy sauce, add the pre-washed and dried bulgur. Mix everything, cover with a lid, and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed and the grains are soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Chicken broth: 3 glasss
   • Soy sauce: 1.5 teaspoon
   • Bulgur: 340 g

3. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. After that, fluff the bulgur with a fork, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and season with pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parsley: 10 g
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste