How long can Eech stay in the fridge?

Eech can stay in the fridge for about 4-5 days in a well-sealed container.

Is Eech salad Gluten-Free?

No, Bulgur is wheat which makes it not Gluten-Free. If you replace Bulgur with Quinoa it won't taste the same but it can be an alternative.

The BEST Armenian Bulgur Salad (Eech or Itch)

Name: Armenian Bulgur Salad (Eech or Itch)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Armenian
Ingredients: 2 cups Bulgur #1 (wheat fine grain); 1/2 cup Parsley; 1/2 cup Italian Parsley; 3/4 cup Mint; 8 stems Green Onions; 1 large Yellow Onion; 1 Red Bell Pepper; 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 (14.5 ounces) can Tomato Sauce – Garlic and Basil flavored (optional); 1 1/2 tablespoons Mild Pepper Paste; 1 tablespoon Paprika; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Allspice; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder; 1 1/2 tablespoons Pomegranate Molasses; 4 ounces hot Water; 2 large Lemons; 3 tablespoons Olive Oil – to saute onions

Description

The BEST Armenian Bulgur Salad (Eech or Itch)

This is The Best Armenian Bulgur Salad (Eech or Itch) recipe that is loved by each one of our household members! It’s a salad that feels so light and refreshing with a hint of zest and savory. Because this dish is served as a salad, it will be a hit at any gathering you have! If you’re looking for a salad with some tango, this will certainly get you tangoing and it takes 20 minutes to make!

Ingredients

Units Scale

2 cups Bulgur #1 (wheat fine grain)
1/2 cup Parsley
1/2 cup Italian Parsley
3/4 cup Mint
8 stems Green Onions
1 large Yellow Onion
1 Red Bell Pepper

Sauce

2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 (14.5 ounces) can Tomato Sauce – Garlic and Basil flavored (optional)
1 1/2 tablespoons Mild Pepper Paste
1 tablespoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Allspice
1 teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
1 1/2 tablespoons Pomegranate Molasses
4 ounces hot Water
2 large Lemons
3 tablespoons Olive Oil – to saute onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Chop your bell pepper and onion into small pieces. Chop your fresh greens and set aside.
Step 2: In a saucepan add olive oil and saute onions for two minutes on high heat. Add bell peppers and saute for another 2 minutes on high heat.
Step 3: Add tomato and pepper paste to your sauteed onions and peppers and combine. Add stewed tomatoes and simmer on medium heat for 1 minute. Add seasonings to your sauce and mix. Gradually add hot water.
Step 4: Turn off your fire, add bulgur to your sauce, and mix. You can add a little bit of hot water if needed to help the bulgur rise. Place a lid over the bulgur and allow the bulgur to rise for 10-15 minutes. Once the bulgur has risen, remove the lid and allow to cool off.
Step 5: Add fresh herbs and some lemon then combine. Serve with some fresh lettuce leaves and enjoy!

Notes

*** Our Nutrition information is estimated, so please make sure to check your own calculation to fit your diet.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Category: Salad
Cuisine: Armenian

Keywords: Salad, vegan salad, vegetarian salad recipes, healthy recipe, Armenian Salad, Eech, Itch salad