Bulgur Pilaf

Introduction

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Ingredients

• • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion (1 small)

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander (spice)

  • 2 small tomatoes and their juice

  • 1 cup bulgur

  • 1 cup boiling-hot water

  • 1/3 cup slivered almonds,toasted

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Process

Cook onion in oil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes.  Add tomatoes and juice.  

Add coriander and bulgur to onion and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in hot water, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, until bulgur is softened, about 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in almonds, salt, and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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