bulgur

American

[buhl-ger, bool-] / ˈbʌl gər, ˈbʊl- /

noun

a form of wheat that has been parboiled, cracked, and dried.

bulgur British

/ ˈbʌlɡə /

noun

Also called: burghul. a kind of dried cracked wheat

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Etymology

Origin of bulgur

1925–30; < Turkish (< Arabic burghul, burghūl ) < Persian

Example Sentences

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Bulgur, tossed warm with olive oil, lemon zest and dill.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2026

This Red Lentil and Bulgur Mash pairs the pulses with a grain that boasts a similar cook time.

From Washington Post • Nov. 2, 2020

Bulgur and Chickpea Salad With Roasted Artichokes: Quartering and roasting the artichokes instead of steaming them whole intensifies flavor and cuts down on preparation time for this salad.

From New York Times • Apr. 11, 2014

Bulgur Salad With Greens, Barberries and Yogurt: Barberries are a tart dried fruit that add an interesting flavor to this salad.

From New York Times • Aug. 30, 2013

Recipes for Health: Bulgur and Cherry Pilaf Cherries and cranberries lend this Turkish rice dish a tart flavor.

From New York Times • Jun. 18, 2010

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