Bulgur stuffing with dried cranberries and hazelnuts is a delicious and nutritious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with bulgur wheat, a whole grain that is high in fiber and protein. The bulgur is cooked with a variety of vegetables, including onions, carrots, and celery, and then combined with dried cranberries, hazelnuts, and herbs. The stuffing can be baked or roasted, and it can be served with a variety of main courses, such as roasted chicken or baked fish.
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BULGUR STUFFING WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES & HAZELNUTS
If you are looking for something to replace the traditional bread stuffing, this is a great recipe. A chewy, nutty-tasting pilaf that can be served as a side dish or used to stuff your holiday bird. If the stuffing will be made ahead of time it will keep, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Provided by lauralie41
Categories Grains
Time 1h
Yield 3/4 cup, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Over medium heat, in a dutch oven, heat oil.
- Add onions and celery and cook, stirring often, for approximately 5 to 8 minutes or until softened.
- To softened mixture, add garlic, cinnamon, and allspice and cook for 1 minute, stirring often.
- Add bulgur, stir for a few minutes to combine, than add broth, bay leaf, and salt.
- Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover dutch oven and simmer until all liquid is gone and bulgur is tender, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine dried cranberries and orange juice.
- Cover with plastic wrap and add a few slits in the plastic wrap for vents.
- Microwave on high for approximately 2 minutes.
- This step can also be done on the stove top.
- In a small saucepan, bring dried cranberries and orange juice to a simmer.
- Remove from microwave or heat and set aside to let cranberries plump.
- In large mixing bowl, add bulgur and discard the bay leaf.
- Add cranberries, toasted hazelnuts, parsley, and pepper to bulgur.
- Fluff mixture with a fork and serve.
- NOTE: If making the stuffing ahead of time and reheating; place bowl of stuffing in a baking dish with 1/2 cup water added.
- Cover stuffing and microwave on high for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through.
- The stuffing can also be baked at 350F degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or also until heated through.
- If using to stuff a turkey, prepare as stated above.
- Let cool completely and place about 5 cups of stuffing loosely into the turkey cavities.
- Heat remainder separately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 96, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 3.6, Protein 6.9
BULGUR WHEAT WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES
Very basic yet tasty side that goes well with grilled or roasted chicken. Any type of dried fruit can be used in place of the dried cranberries.
Provided by GRAYJETMAN
Categories Grain Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a pot, and mix in bulgur, bouillon granules, and butter. Cover pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes.
- Fluff cooked bulgur with a fork, and gently mix in the dried cranberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 864.9 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
BULGUR STUFFING WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND DRIED MUSHROOMS
Categories Mushroom Side Bake Sauté Thanksgiving High Fiber Stuffing/Dressing Brussels Sprout Bulgur Simmer Gourmet Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 10 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl pour boiling water over mushrooms and soak 30 minutes. In a 4-quart saucepan sauté onion in 2 tablespoons butter over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened. Add broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in bulgur and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes.
- Trim and quarter Brussels sprouts. In a large non-stick skillet heat remaining 6 tablespoons butter over moderately high heat until foam subsides and sauté Brussels sprouts, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Remove mushrooms from water, squeezing out excess liquid, and reserve soaking liquid. Rinse mushrooms to remove any grit and coarsely chop. Line a sieve set over a bowl with a dampened paper towel or coffee filter and strain reserved soaking liquid into bowl. Chop parsley.
- In a large bowl toss together bulgur mixture, Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, 1/2 cup strained soaking liquid, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste and cool completely. Stuffing may be made up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring stuffing to room temperature before proceeding.
- For cooking stuffing inside poultry:
- Any frozen poultry destined for stuffing should be completely thawed, and the stuffing itself brought to room temperature before it's put into the turkey. Do not stuff your bird the night before you cook it; such a seeming time-saver can have dangerous results. Instead, it is best to loosely fill the bird's neck and body cavities immediately before roasting. And always use a meat or instant-read thermometer: The meat is done when the temperature of the thickest part of the thigh (be careful not to touch the bones) reaches 180°F.; the stuffing baked inside the bird is done at 160°F.-165°F. After roasting, let your stuffed poultry stand 15 to 20 minutes, a double assurance that the requisite temperatures for food safety have been reached.
- For cooking all or part of stuffing outside poultry:
- In a shallow baking dish bake stuffing, covered, in a 325° F. oven 40 minutes (do not uncover during baking).
BULGUR STUFFING
Steps:
- Melt butter in large skillet. Add onions, coriander and cumin. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
- Add almonds, apricots and raisins. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until almonds are golden. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add bulgur, cinnamon, cloves, salt and pepper, and mix well. Refrigerate stuffing before using.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 300, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 276 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams, TransFat 0 grams
MILLET, BULGUR, AND CHESTNUT STUFFING
Cranberries and chestnuts bring traditional Thanksgiving flavors to this remarkably light, nutty, satisfying side.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook millet and bulgur separately.
- Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add shallots, celery, and garlic, and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms, and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chestnuts and herbs, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
- Slowly add stock, scraping bottom of pan. Raise heat to medium-high, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in cranberries, and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the millet, bulgur, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring, until heated through. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day (bring to room temperature or warm gently over low heat before serving).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 g, Cholesterol 3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 506 g
WILD RICE STUFFING WITH HAZELNUTS AND DRIED CRANBERRIES
Categories Nut Rice Side Bake Thanksgiving Cranberry Dried Fruit Fall Hazelnut Bon Appétit Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 12 to 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt 1/2 cup butter in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté until tender, about 4 minutes. Add chicken broth. Bring to boil. Add wild rice. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. Mix in brown rice; cover and simmer until rice is just tender and most liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes longer.
- Stir cranberries, parsley and thyme into rice. Cover and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes longer. Mix in hazelnuts and green onions. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- To bake stuffing in turkey:
- Loosely fill main cavity with stuffing. Butter ceramic baking dish. Spoon remaining stuffing into prepared dish. Cover with buttered foil, buttered side down. Bake stuffing in dish alongside turkey until heated through, about 30 minutes.
- To bake all of stuffing in baking dish:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 15x10x2-inch glass or ceramic baking dish. Transfer stuffing to prepared dish. Cover dish with buttered foil, buttered side down; bake stuffing until heated through, about 40 minutes.
Tips:
- Use a variety of textures. The combination of soft bulgur, crunchy hazelnuts, and chewy cranberries creates a satisfying textural experience.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. The addition of spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon adds a warm, earthy flavor to the stuffing. You could also try adding other spices, such as paprika or chili powder, to taste.
- Make sure the stuffing is well-seasoned. The stuffing should be flavorful on its own, even before it is stuffed into the bird. Taste the stuffing and adjust the seasonings accordingly.
- Don't overcook the stuffing. The stuffing should be cooked through, but it should not be mushy. Overcooked stuffing will be dry and unappetizing.
- Let the stuffing rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the stuffing to set. It will also make it easier to handle when you are serving it.
Conclusion:
Bulgur stuffing with dried cranberries and hazelnuts is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. It is a great way to use up leftover bulgur, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious bulgur stuffing that your family and friends will love.
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