Bulgur Pilaf with Lentils

Fluffy bulgur pilaf cooked with green lentils, caramelized onion and tomato paste. A fiber-rich, filling dish that works as a meal on its own.

Ingredients

• 250 g (1 1/2 cups) coarse bulgur
• 250 g cooked green lentils
• 100 g (1 small) onion
• 20 g (1 tbsp) tomato paste
• 40 g (3 tbsp) olive oil
• 20 g butter
• 520 g (2 cups + 2 tbsp) hot water
• 8 g (1 1/2 tsp) salt
• 2 g (1 tsp) black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Thinly slice the onion and drain the cooked lentils.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil and butter in a pot and cook the onion over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until golden.

3. 3

   Add the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, then add the bulgur and stir for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the lentils, hot water, salt and pepper; bring to a boil, cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat, place a towel under the lid and let it steam for 10 minutes; fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition

Per serving