Ahmet ÖrgeCuisinier de Ligne
07 July 2026 Last updated: 10 September 2026

This pilaf combines leftover carrots, zucchini, and peas from the refrigerator, sautéed in butter with bulgur. The whole-grain bulgur makes it a filling, practical main dish that reduces food waste. Finely chopping the vegetables helps the pilaf cook evenly.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Sauté the vegetables

8 min

Melt the butter in a pot and sauté the onion until translucent. Add the carrot and zucchini and sauté for 5 more minutes.

2

Add the tomato paste and peas

2 min

Add the tomato paste and sauté for 2 minutes, then stir in the peas.

3

Cook the bulgur

15 min

Add the bulgur and salt and stir. Pour in the boiling water. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed.

4

Let it rest

10 min

Remove from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Reminder

Pour in boiling water when adding the bulgur, or the grains may become sticky. After removing the pilaf from the heat, cover it and let it rest for 10 minutes. Allergens: Contains wheat (gluten) and dairy (butter).

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