Bulgur Pilaf

Name: Bulgur Pilaf
Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely chopped onion (1 small); 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons whole coriander seeds; 1 scant cup fine bulgur (see cooks' note, below); 1 cup boiling-hot water; 1/3 cup slivered almonds,; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

8 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped onion (1 small)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons whole coriander seeds
1 scant cup fine bulgur (see cooks' note, below)
1 cup boiling-hot water
1/3 cup slivered almonds,
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1

Cook onion in oil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
2

Meanwhile, wrap coriander seeds in a clean kitchen towel and coarsely crush by pressing with flat side of a large heavy knife.
3

Add coriander and bulgur to onion and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in hot water, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, until bulgur is softened, about 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in almonds, salt, and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.