Best 2 Eech Armenian Bulgur Side Dish Recipes
Eech is a traditional Armenian bulgur side dish that is both delicious and versatile. It is made with bulgur wheat, onions, tomatoes, and a variety of spices, and can be served as a main course or a side dish. Eech is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover bulgur wheat. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy bulgur wheat, then you should definitely try eech.
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EECH (ARMENIAN BULGUR SIDE DISH)
A tangy, savory Armenian side dish that can be served warm, room temperature or cold. I first tried it at St. Mary's Armenian Church in Florida at their food fest and became instantly hooked. It is a mixture of bulgur (cracked wheat), onions, tomatoes, peppers and parsley.
Provided by mommycook
Categories Grains
Time 55m
Yield 1/2 cup servings, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Chop onion and peppers into a small dice or pulse them in a food processor.
- Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat and add diced vegetables.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and saute 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add can of tomato sauce, tomato paste and the juice of the 2 lemons. Fill the tomato can with water and add that to the pan.
- Bring to a boil and add paprika, salt and pepper.
- Add the bulgur, remove from heat, cover the pan and let sit until liquid is absorbed and bulgur is tender (about 1/2 hour).
- Stir in chopped parsley.
- Can be eaten immediately, within a couple hours, or refrigerate and eat later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.7, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 188.1, Carbohydrate 19.7, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 3.3
ARMENIAN BULGUR SALAD (ITCH OR EECH)
This Armenian Bulgur Salad, called Itch or Eech, is so similar to tabbouleh, but with much less parsley and much less chopping. It's such an easy, delicious fresh grain salad, filling enough for lunch or perfect as a side dish with dinner.
Provided by Caroline
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large sauté pan over medium high heat, warm the olive oil then cook the onions and green pepper just until the onion begins to soften, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for just one minute. Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, pepper and cayenne and cook covered for 10 minutes. Add the water and bulgur. Stir to coat the bulgur. Cover and cook on low heat for 10 more minutes. Remove from the heat, stir and cover for an additional 10 minutes.
- Allow to cool to room temperature. Stir in the lemon juice before refrigerating.
- Top with green onion, fresh parsley and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil before serving.
Tips:
- Use high-quality bulgur. Look for bulgur that is fresh and free of any debris. You can find bulgur in most grocery stores, either in the grain section or the international aisle.
- Rinse the bulgur before cooking. This will remove any dirt or debris that may be present.
- Use a ratio of 1:2 bulgur to water. This will result in a fluffy, cooked bulgur.
- Cook the bulgur until it is tender. This will usually take about 15 minutes. You can check the bulgur for doneness by tasting it. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Season the bulgur to taste. You can add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro.
- Serve the bulgur as a side dish or use it in other dishes, such as salads, soups, and stews.
Conclusion:
Eech is a delicious and versatile Armenian bulgur side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its nutty flavor and fluffy texture, eech is a great way to add some extra flavor and texture to your meals. It is also very easy to make and can be prepared in just a few minutes. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give eech a try. You won't be disappointed!
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