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Spiced bulgur with Savoy cabbage served
Fluffy bulgur wheat cooked with tender Savoy cabbage and aromatic spices

Spiced bulgur with Savoy cabbage

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Main Courses Quick Meals
The warm tones of Eastern spices (cumin, turmeric) meet the rustic character of Savoy cabbage. This dish proves that cabbage isn't just for stews: when fried, it develops a nutty, sweet flavour that pairs brilliantly with the neutral grain taste of bulgur. Quick, cheap, and nutritious 'comfort food' for weekdays.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 180 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large frying pan with lid: Everything is cooked in this.
  • Knife: For slicing.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Gluten (bulgur)

Instructions

1 ✓

Shred the cabbage and finely dice the onion. Sauté the onion in the oil.

Tip: Cut out the thick ribs of the cabbage if they are very woody, but you can leave the tender ones in, just slice them thinner.
2 ✓

Add the spices (cumin, paprika, turmeric) and crushed garlic. Stir for 10 seconds.

Tip: Frying the spices (blooming) releases their aromas, but be careful, paprika burns easily and turns bitter!
3 ✓

Add the cabbage and fry for 4-5 minutes until it wilts and starts to brown in places.

Tip: This step gives the flavour. Don't just steam it, fry it a little!
4 ✓

Pour in the bulgur, stir to combine, then top up with the stock. Season with salt and pepper.

Tip: Coating the bulgur grains with the oily spice base prevents them from sticking together.
5 ✓

Cover, turn heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the bulgur is tender and has absorbed the water. Fluff with a fork and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Tip: Letting it steam at the end (resting) is essential for a fluffy result.

Recipe FAQ

What is bulgur?
Parboiled, cracked wheat. It cooks much faster than rice and has a lower glycaemic index.
Is Savoy cabbage bitter?
Frying removes the bitter taste and sweetens (caramelises) the vegetable. Don't skip this step!

Ingredients

  • 200 g Bulgur
  • 300 g Savoy cabbage
  • 1 whole Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 400 ml Vegetable stock (or water)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley