Vegan Chickpea and Bulgur Pilaf

Step 1

In a pot, sauté the chopped onion in a drizzle of regular cooking olive oil until golden

Step 2

Add the garlic and simmer on a low heat for a few extra minutes

Step 3

Blend the can of tomatoes with a hand blender and add to the onion garlic mix.

Step 4

Add the salt and spices and bring to the boil

Step 5

Drain and wash the chickpeas and add to the tomato mixture

Step 6

Wash and drain the bulgur wheat in a fine sieve and add to the pot

Step 7

Cover the mixture with enough boiling water. Bring to the boil then cover with a lid and reduce to a simmer for approximately 20 minutes until the bulgur wheat is cooked.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the salt if necessary just before turning off the heat

Step 9

Serve with a side plate of radishes, pickles and herbs.