Greek Bulgur Precooked Wheat

What is Bulgur?

Bulgur is a traditional staple food in oriental and Mediterranean cuisine and is made from durum wheat semolina. Unlike other cereals, the wheat is pre-cooked, dried, and then coarsely to finely crushed. This gentle processing gives bulgur its typical loose consistency and ensures that it is prepared particularly quickly – ideal for conscious and uncomplicated cooking.

Our Greek bulgur comes from small farms in Greece. It is processed by hand, is free of additives, and offers an excellent alternative to rice or pasta.

Bulgur is known to most only from oriental cuisine. In Southeast Europe (Albania, Bulgaria, and Greece) as well as in Turkey, bulgur is widely used. In Greece, bulgur is mostly cooked together with lentils as a stew. With a little carrot and celery, the main course is wholesome.

Preparing bulgur is very simple: for a loose consistency, pour twice the amount of hot water or broth over it and let it steep for about 10–15 minutes. Depending on the recipe, you can also boil it briefly and then let it sit covered. Due to its versatility, bulgur is a delight both hot and cold.

Bulgur is excellent for:

• As an ingredient in lentil stew

• Salads like tabbouleh or couscous-like dishes

• Fillings for vegetables (e.g., bell peppers or tomatoes)

• Side dishes for meat, fish, or vegetarian meals

• Casseroles, patties, or pan-fried dishes