Charred Sweetcorn Red Pepper Bulgur Wheat Pilaf Recipes

CHARRED SWEETCORN, RED PEPPER & BULGUR WHEAT PILAF

Steps:

• Heat ½ tbsp oil in a casserole dish (that has a lid) over a high heat. Fry the corn cobs for 8-10 mins turning frequently, until golden and lightly charred. Stand on a chopping board and run the knife down the cobs to remove the kernels.
• Tip the peppers into the pan with the remaining oil and fry for 10 mins until softened and golden, then stir in the spring onions, paprika and garlic. Fry for another 3-4 mins until fragrant, then stir most of the corn back into the pan, along with the stock. Bring to a simmer, then stir in the bulgur. Turn the heat to low. Cover with the lid and leave for 8-10 mins until the stock has been absorbed and the bulgur is tender.
• Fluff the pilaf up with a fork, then scatter with the remaining corn and the coriander. Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt dusted with a little paprika, if you like, and the lime wedges for squeezing over.

BULGUR PILAF WITH BROCCOLI AND PEPPERS

Steps:

• Bring a large pan of salted water to boil over high heat.
• Add the broccoli and cook until it is crip tender but still green, about 1 to 2 minutes.
• Drain the broccoli and rinse it briefly under cold water.
• Using the same pan, add the oil.
• Then add the onion, garlic, pepper, and oregano if using.
• (Just use about 1/4 tsp.) Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the onion is translucent which is about 3 to 5 minutes.
• Add the tomatoes, bulgur, water, and salt and pepper to taste.
• Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
• Cover it and cook until all the liquid is absorbed.
• Start checking at 10 minutes but it may take up to 15.
• Turn off the heat and add the broccoli and the black beans.
• Cover the pan and let it sit until the bulgur is tender but still slightly firm.
• This will take about 10 to 15 minutes.