I whipped this up today with some aging peppers and a few cans I found in my pantry. We didn't go grocery shopping yet, I only had a small bit of onion yet and had to use kidney beans when I really wanted black but this worked out better then expected. Lunch is such a great time for me to experiment as the husband and toddler are normally ok with sandwiches. That's when I decide to have fun. 🙂
Here's what I did but this is the kind of meal I'd change slightly every time I make it. 
- Thick slice of sweet onion chopped
- 2 small to medium bell peppers chopped (I used 1 red and 1 green)
- 1 small can (8.5oz) corn undrained
- 1 can (15oz) kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp dried cilantro
- 1-2 tsp hot sauce (to taste)
- 1 tsp lime juice
- ½ cup (80g) uncooked bulgur
- 1 cup water
Spray a a medium to large pot with non-stick cooking spray and heat over medium high heat. Add the onion, sprinkle with a bit of kosher salt and cook until just browning.
Add the peppers, stir i cooking for about a minute. Then add all the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil then cover and lower to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes without lifting the lid!
Uncover, stir, scoop out a cup and top with a bit of shredded cheese and cilantro. I packed up the other 3 servings for lunches. This one will freeze well.
| Servings | Amt per Serving | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Just over a cup | |||
| Calories | Fat | Fiber | WWPs | |
| 225 | 1g | 10g | old: 4 | new: 5 |
| Sugar | Sat Fat | Carbs | Protein | |
| 6g | 0g | 46g | 10g | |
That's were it is in my local stores. Here's more info.... https://greenlitebites.com/2008/10/25/food-find-bulgur/
I never heard of bulgar where do you find it by the rice?
Hi Twana!
Funny you should ask. . Start here. . .
https://greenlitebites.com/2008/01/08/quinoa/
and then check out my ideas here. . . https://greenlitebites.com/tag/quinoa/
🙂
Roni, I was wondering what your experience with quinoa was. I have had it a couple of times at restaurants but not sure how to cook it at home.
Thanks!
~Mama Twana
Great idea Roni, thanks! I think I am going to make it this weekend. I need some new things to put into my rotation!
I wouldn't replace the corn with more beans, try some diced carrots. I really only put them in there for the sweetness factor.
Loved it!
This sounds great but I don't like corn cooked in anything. I'm guessing I could omit the corn and replace it with some black beans. I've never tried bulgar either but you've got me curious!
Thanks for the great bulgur idea. My entire family LOVED it, ages 1, 2 and 4 cleaned their plates. Thanks!
I have this cooking on my stove right now (made with black beans instead of kidney). It smells wonderful!
Just made something similar last week with lentils and barley - SO AWESOME!
Chistine - I forgot to link to my bulgur post. . . https://greenlitebites.com/2008/10/25/food-find-bulgur/
It's good, a grain similar to a short grain rice in texture. It soaks up the flavor of what ever you cook it with so it's really just a super healthy, whole grain filler.
I forgot to link to my bulgur post. . . https://greenlitebites.com/2008/10/25/food-find-bulgur/
It's good, a grain similiar to a short grain rice in texture. It soaks up the flavor of what ever you cook it with so it's really just a super healthy, whole grain filler.
You seriously have the best recipes! I have made your oatmeal pancake one about 10 times since you tweeted it. And this one looks right up my alley too! I have a bag of bulgur just sitting around waiting to be used . Thanks!
sounds familiar. every time i make soup/chili, it changes slightly. like reinaldo, i have yet to brave bulgar.
Looks nice, but I must admit I'm still a virgin with that bulgur stuff... how does it taste?
Dude!! That looks and sounds so good. I might be making this tomorrow. YUM.