Simple Bulgur Pilaf with Chicken Broth

Recipe Summary
A comforting, traditional bulgur pilaf simmered in rich chicken broth and finished with hot melted butter. Serves 3 to 4.

Ingredients

Ingredient Amount Notes
Coarse bulgur 1 cup Pilavlık bulgur
Chicken broth 2 cups Rich, seasoned broth
Butter 2 tbsp High quality butter
Salt 1 tsp Fine salt
Black pepper 1 tsp Freshly ground

Instructions

  1. Boil Chicken Broth

    Pour the chicken broth (2 cups) into a medium saucepan or pilaf pot and bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.

  2. Add Bulgur and Seasoning

    Add the coarse bulgur (1 cup), salt (1 tsp), and freshly ground black pepper (1 tsp). Stir once to distribute evenly.

  3. Simmer on Low Heat

    Cover the pot with a tight lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the bulgur absorbs all the liquid (approximately 15 minutes).

  4. Sizzle Butter and Dress

    Remove the pot from the heat. In a small pan, melt and heat the butter (2 tbsp) until sizzling hot and foamy, taking care not to burn it. Pour the hot butter over the pilaf and stir gently.

  5. Steam and Rest

    Place a clean paper towel or kitchen towel under the lid, seal the pot, and let rest undisturbed for 10 minutes before serving.

Useful Notes

Butter Quantity
The 2 tablespoons of butter create a rich, glossy finish. If a lighter pilaf is preferred, the butter can be reduced to 1 tablespoon without sacrificing flavor.\n

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