Brazilian recipe
Tabbouleh Salad (Tabule)
Tabbouleh is a vibrant, refreshing salad celebrated for its abundance of fresh herbs and grains, making it a perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of meals.
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Ingredients
45 g fine bulgur wheat (trigo para kibe)
200 g tomatoes, diced and seeded
1 onion, finely diced
2 cucumbers, diced
1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
Fresh mint, finely chopped
Fresh parsley, finely chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
200 g tomatoes, diced and seeded
1 onion, finely diced
2 cucumbers, diced
1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
Fresh mint, finely chopped
Fresh parsley, finely chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Where to find ingredients
You can find bulgur wheat (trigo para kibe) at local specialty grocery stores or large markets in Port Moresby. Fresh herbs, cucumbers, and tomatoes are readily available at roadside markets or fresh produce sections in supermarkets. If bulgur is unavailable, fine-grained cracked wheat is the best substitute.
Preparation method
- Place the bulgur wheat in a mixing bowl.
- Cover with water and let it soak for 2 hours to hydrate.
- Rinse the bulgur under cold running water.
- Drain well using a fine-mesh sieve.
- Squeeze the bulgur with your hands to remove as much moisture as possible.
- Rinse the diced onion under cold water and drain well to mellow its bite.
- Combine the bulgur, onion, and all other ingredients except the tomatoes in a large bowl.
- Set the tomatoes aside to add later.
- Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to let the flavors meld.
- Fold in the diced tomatoes just before serving to maintain their texture.
Observations
This recipe perfectly balances the texture of bulgur wheat with the crisp brightness of fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Letting the salad rest in the refrigerator is crucial, allowing the ingredients to marry and the flavors to develop fully before serving.
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