Burghul Wheat 1kg

Recipes & Uses

SpicenEasy's Classic Tabbouleh

• Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus soaking)

• Cook Time: 0 minutes

• Serves: 4-6 as a side

Ingredients:

• 1 cup SpicenEasy Burghul Wheat

• 2 cups boiling water

• 3 large bunches of fresh flat-leaf parsley (about 3 cups, finely chopped)

• ½ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

• 2 medium tomatoes, finely diced

• ½ red onion, very finely diced

• 3 spring onions, finely sliced

• Juice of 2 large lemons (about ½ cup)

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tsp SpicenEasy Ground Cumin

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Burghul: Place the burghul wheat in a large bowl. Pour the boiling water over it, cover, and let it soak for 15-20 minutes until tender and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool completely.

2. Chop the Herbs: While the burghul is soaking, finely chop the parsley and mint. The key to a great Tabbouleh is having the herbs as the main event, so don't be shy!

3. Combine: In a large salad bowl, combine the cooled burghul, chopped parsley, mint, diced tomatoes, red onion, and spring onions.

4. Make the Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.

5. Toss and Rest: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to combine. Let the Tabbouleh rest for at least 15-30 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to meld together.

6. Serve: Serve as a fresh side dish with grilled meats, as part of a mezze platter, or with crisp lettuce cups for scooping.

Chef's Tip: For the best texture, make sure all your ingredients are chopped roughly the same size. Tabbouleh is best eaten the day it's made but will keep in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Perfect for Tabbouleh

Bulgur wheat is best known as a key ingredient in tabbouleh, the fresh Middle Eastern salad traditionally made with parsley, mint, tomatoes, lemon and olive oil.

Its mild flavour and light texture make it an ideal base for fresh salads and mezze dishes.

Ideal for Kibbeh, Pilafs & Stuffed Vegetables

Use Bulghur Wheat in kibbeh, grain pilafs, stuffed capsicums, stuffed courgettes and savoury fillings.

It can also be served as an alternative to rice or couscous alongside grilled meats, curries and roasted vegetables.

Quick & Easy to Prepare

For many dishes, bulgur does not require lengthy cooking.

Place 1 cup of bulgur wheat in a bowl and cover with approximately 2 cups of boiling water. Cover and allow it to stand for around 15–20 minutes, or until tender and the water has been absorbed. Fluff with a fork before using.

Great for Grain Bowls & Salads

Cooked bulgur can be cooled and added to grain bowls, lunch salads and meal-prep dishes.

Combine it with roasted vegetables, chickpeas, herbs, feta, nuts or seeds for an easy savoury meal.

Buy Bulgur Wheat Online in New Zealand

The 1kg bulk pack is ideal for families, cafés, caterers, restaurants and anyone who regularly prepares Middle Eastern or Mediterranean food.

Order Bulgur Wheat online in NZ from SpicenEasy and keep this versatile, quick-cooking grain ready for salads, sides and everyday meals.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from moisture.

The SpicenEasy Promise

We bring you the authentic ingredients essential for world cuisines, delivered fresh to your door anywhere in New Zealand. From our burghul wheat to our spices, your perfect Tabbouleh starts here.