Cracked Wheat Pilaf Recipes

CHEF FLOWER'S CRACKED WHEAT PILAF - KIBRISLI BULGUR PILAVI

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a small saucepan with lid. Add onion, mix until the onions are transparent. Reduce heat to low and add vermicelli, mix, simmer for two minutes or until the vermicelli looks golden (but not burnt).
• Add bulgur into the saucepan, mix then add the chicken/vegetable stock, tomatoes and season. (Do not add salt if your stock is high in salt), Mix well.
• Cover the pan and simmer very gently heat for four minutes, until the mixture is moist but not watery. If is too dry add more chicken/vegetable stock. Turn off heat.
• Cover with tea towel, place the lid tightly on top and let it stand for 10 minutes before serving.

BARLEY PILAF

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly golden brown, about 6 minutes. Add the barley and stir until the grains are just coated in butter. Add the broth and 1/2 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and simmer 20 minutes. Uncover and quickly stir in the spaghetti; cover and continue to simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed and the barley and spaghetti are tender, stirring once more, about 15 minutes more. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper and sprinkle with chopped chives.

CRACKED WHEAT CEREAL

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat.
• Let simmer for about 30 minutes - stirring often.

CRACKED WHEAT PILAF & CRACKED WHEAT PILAF W. APPLES, RAISINS

Steps:

• Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 cup bulgur wheat, reduce heat to medium, and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Pour into a strainer and drain well.
• Transfer half to another dish for the children.
• For the Children: Stir in the apples, raisins, pecans (if using), and butter. Season with salt, if desired.
• For the Adults: Put the lemon zest, lemon juice, green onions, garlic, Tabasco sauce, garbanzo beans, and olives in a small microwave safe dish. Microwave at full power for 2 to 3 minutes. Fold into the bulgur wheat for the grown ups. Season with salt and cayenne.
• NOTE: If desired, the apples and raisins can be softened and plumped in apple juice. Place the dried fruits in a microwave safe dish and cover with apple juice. Microwave at full power for 1 minute. Let stand, then drain when ready to use. Serves 2 adults and 2 or 3 children.
• The Whole Family Cookbook.,.Two Tiered Meals to Please, Both Parents and Kids.

CRACKED WHEAT AND PUMPKIN PILAF

Steps:

• Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
• Add onion, pumpkin, and spices.
• Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
• Add small amounts of water if necessary, about a tbsp at a time, to prevent sticking.
• Add cracked wheat. Cook and stir, 2 minutes.
• Stir in broth, salt and pepper.
• When mixture boils, cover saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook 15 minutes, until the liquid has been absorbed.
• Fluff pilaf with a fork before serving.
• Remove and discard cloves, cinnamon sticks, and bay leaves.