Cracked Wheat Pilaf Recipe

Name: Cracked Wheat Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 3 cloves; One 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick; 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional); 3/4 small white onion, finely chopped; 4 teaspoons minced peeled ginger; 2 2/3 cups chicken stock or reduced-sodium canned chicken broth; 2 2/3 cups cracked wheat; Kosher salt

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cloves
One 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick
3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional)
3/4 small white onion, finely chopped
4 teaspoons minced peeled ginger
2 2/3 cups chicken stock or reduced-sodium canned chicken broth
2 2/3 cups cracked wheat
Kosher salt

1
Heat the oil in a 3-quart saucepan over moderate heat until it shimmers and cook the cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, bay leaf, and turmeric (if using), stirring and shaking the pan, until the spices are fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the onion and ginger and cook until the onion is translucent, 2 to 3 minutes longer. Add the chicken stock, then bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the cracked wheat and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and return the mixture to a boil.
2
Remove from the heat and let the pilaf stand for 30 minutes. Remove the cloves, cinnamon, and bay leaf and fluff the pilaf with a fork and season with salt to taste before serving.

311

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 3 cloves, One 1/2-inch piece cinnamon stick, 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds, and more.

Yes, Cracked Wheat Pilaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cracked Wheat Pilaf

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