grain

Bulgur Wheat

Fine or coarse ground — pre-cooked and dried cracked wheat

Quick Answer

Bulgur Wheat: soak (fine) for 15–20 min (Pour boiling water over, cover).

Cooking Methods

Pour boiling water over, cover15–20 min

✎ 1:1.5 water ratio. Fluff with fork. Perfect for tabbouleh.

What are the best tips for cooking bulgur wheat?

Already partially cooked — that's why it's so fast. Fine bulgur just needs a hot water soak. Coarse needs simmering. The base for tabbouleh.

How do you soak (fine) bulgur wheat?

Soak (fine) at 15–20 min. 1:1.5 water ratio. Fluff with fork. Perfect for tabbouleh.

How do you stovetop (coarse) bulgur wheat?

Stovetop (coarse) at 12–15 min. 1:2 water ratio. Fluff after resting 5 min.

How do you stovetop (pilaf) bulgur wheat?

Stovetop (pilaf) at 12–15 min. Toast 2 min in butter, add water, cover. Nutty flavor.