Chieftain^® Wild Rice Company

BULGUR, FINE

Description:

Bulghur is a grain from the ancient Middle East; from there it spread quickly around the world. Bulghur is wheat berries that are partially hulled, steamed, then cracked and dried. Often confused with cracked wheat, both look the same, however Bulghur is steamed (precooked) unlike cracked wheat. There are two kinds of Bulghur, one is made from soft white wheat berries (more delicate taste), and this product, which is made from regular whole wheat berries which has a mild, nutty, earthy taste. Bulghur comes in a fine (this product), medium or coarse texture. Bulghur is gritty and flaky and used primarily in Tabbuleh (a dish containing mint, tomatoes, lemon juice, scallions and parsley). Bulghur is also commonly used as a meat substitute.

Suggested Use:
Bulghur is a great base for thick soups and chiles. Use in pilafs, as a meat substitute, or as a substitute for rice as a dinner accompaniment. Substitute soaked bulgur with cracked wheat in any recipe. Fine Bulghur acts as an extender; mix with meats, vegetable and other grains to make meat loaves, vegetable balls and burgers.