Serves 6-8
Ingredinets:
- 3 Bunches of fresh flat leaf or curly Parsley, very finely chopped
- 4 Med Tomatoes, diced into small cubes
- 1 Bunch of fresh Mint, very finely shopped
- 4 Stems fresh Green Onions, very thinly sliced
- 4 Stems fresh Oregano, very finely chopped
- ½ cup Fine #1 Bulghur
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1 ½ tbsp Allspice
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2-3 Fresh Lemons, juiced
- 6-8 Romaine Lettuce Leaves, washed for garnish
Directions:
1. Wash all the fresh vegetables in cold water. Drain and dry very well, especially the parsley as dirt can get trapped into the frilly leaves. On a dry cutting board, finely chop the parsley and other vegetables according to the ingredients. Set aside in a large mixing bowl. You can put the chopped veggies in the fridge until you are ready to add the liquid dressing. This process can be made in advance and put together 30 minutes before serving as the chopping is what takes the most time in this recipe.
2. In a medium mixing bow, add the Fine Bulghur, Salt, Pepper, Cinnamon, Allspice and belnd to get everything incorporated. Squeeze the fresh lemons over the mixture then add the Olive Oil. Mix everything together. Set aside for 5 minutes. The Bulghur will expand in shape as it absorbs the liquid.
3. Add the Bulghur Mixture to the chopped vegetables and blend everything together, usually done with your hands, making sure that everything is evenly incorporated. Taste and adjust to your liking. Serve on a flat dish with the Romaine Leaves laid out in a star-like shape, for added eye appeal. Enjoy!
