Lime-Scented Bulgar Pilaf with Raisins and Pine Nuts

Name: Lime-Scented Bulgar Pilaf with Raisins and Pine Nuts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Istanbul & Anatolian Heart
Ingredients: 1 tsp olive oil; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 2 cup vegetable broth; 2 cup bulgur wheat; 0.333 cup raisins; 1 tsp grated fresh lime peel; 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon; 0.25 tsp dill weed; 0.125 tsp salt; 0.125 tsp dried thyme; 2 tbsp pine nuts

Raisins, lime peel and pine nuts simmered on the stove and spiced with cinnamon for a Turkish pilaf. Finish with toasted pine nuts.

30 min · Serves 6 · Easy

Method

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Time: Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min · 30 min total
Difficulty: easy

1
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion. Cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently and adding small amounts of water if necessary, about a tablespoon at a time, to prevent sticking.
5 min
2
Add broth and bring to a boil. Stir in remaining ingredients, except pine nuts, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 10 minutes.
10 min
3
Remove from heat and let stand covered, 5 minutes. Fluff bulgar with a fork and spoon into a shallow serving bowl. Top with toasted pine nuts.
5 min