How to Cook Bulgur Wheat

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How to cook bulgur wheat on the stove, in the microwave, Instant Pot or in a slow cooker too. Bulgar wheat recipes are here and what to make with it.

Prep Time10

Cook Time22

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bulgar wheat, bulgur, bulgur wheat

Servings:

Author: Justine

**no soak method** Melt the butter in a saucepan. Transfer the rinsed bulgur to a saucepan and fry in butter for 3-4 minutes, stirring, until a nutty flavor appears.
Add 2 cups of water and salt, stir and cover the saucepan with a lid. Cook over low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, watching the liquid level.
If the liquid has been absorbed into the bulgur but it is still not ready, add more water, cover and cook longer or until liquid is absorbed and it is as tender as possible.
**soaking method** Add 1 cup bulgur to 2 cups water or broth into a bowl and soak for 15-20 minutes. Then drain the liquid out using a fine mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or broth to a boil. Add the soaked and drained wheat to the pot, along with a pinch of salt, if desired. Stir well and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 12 minutes - 15 minutes cooking time, until it is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.