SPICE TRADE BEANS & BULGUR

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A rich blend of spices adds flavor to tender, nutritious bulgur and garbanzo beans in this tangy stew that has just the right amount of heat. A hint of sweetness from golden raisins is the perfect accent. -Faith Cromwell, San Francisco, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 4h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups bulgur
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 carton (32 ounces) vegetable broth
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup golden raisins
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and pepper; cook and stir until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add bulgur; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes., Add bulgur, tomatoes, broth, brown sugar and soy sauce to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until bulgur is tender. Stir in beans and raisins; cook 30 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 752mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 8g protein.