Halal Turkish Bulgur Pilaf with Tomato and Peppers

• 1.5 cups coarse bulgur, rinsed
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil, salt to taste
• 3 cups hot vegetable broth or water, fresh parsley

1. 1Heat olive oil in a pot. Sauté onion until soft. Add green pepper and cook 3 min.
2. 2Stir in tomato paste, tomatoes, and spices. Cook until tomatoes soften.
3. 3Add bulgur and stir for 2 min to coat. Pour in hot broth and salt.
4. 4Bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer 15-20 min until liquid is absorbed. Fluff and let rest 10 min. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition values are estimates.