Friday, January 13, 2012

Bulgur Pilaf

Was Really good but looks a lot like stuff my dog coughed up :-(

Nutritional information, per serving:
Calories/Serving: 164
One serving provides approximately: 164 calories; 9 g protein; 30 g carbohydrates; 2 g fat (0 g saturated); 9 g fiber; 0 mg cholesterol; 120 mcg folate; 2 mg iron; 260 mg sodium

This is a low-calorie, low-fat and cholesterol-free vegetarian and vegan recipe.
Courtesy of about.com ( The Wheat Foods Council) (That is if you don't include the baked chicken like I did)



1 cup bulgur wheat, uncooked
2 - 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth or water
1/4 cup green onions, chopped, saute in 1 tsp vegetable oil

1 -12 ounce can chick peas, drained
1 -12 ounce can black beans, drained
1 cup red pepper, chopped
1 cup cucumber, chopped, peeled and seeded
1 tsp Tabasco sauce
1 tsp cumin
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
salt to taste (if using water)
(optional) 1 can of cooked corn, drained may be added
Preparation:

Simmer bulgur wheat in vegetable broth or water for 15 minutes, then let stand for 5 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid.

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