Bulgur Wholesale

What is Bulgur?

Bulgur is a whole grain made from cracked and partially cooked wheat, usually durum wheat. It is an important ingredient in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean diets. People like bulgur for its nutty flavor, quick cooking time, and flexibility in recipes. It is a healthy choice for salads, soups, and side dishes.

From a b2b perspective, it is popular because of its ease of use as it has a similar production process to that of freekeh, couscous, and wheat.

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Types, Varieties & Forms of Bulgur

Bulgur comes in different sizes, each for various cooking needs:

• Fine Bulgur: Best for cold salads like tabbouleh; it absorbs dressings and spices quickly.
• Medium Bulgur: Great for dishes similar to rice and warm salads due to its good texture.
• Coarse Bulgur: Often used in filling meals like kibbeh, pilafs, and stews.
• Extra Coarse Bulgur: The largest size, ideal for traditional slow-cooked recipes that need a firmer texture.

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Harvest Season

Bulgur is made from wheat, which is usually harvested between June and July in the northern part of the world. After harvesting, the wheat is cleaned and then 'parboiled', which means it is cooked partially. Parboiling helps the grain cook faster when it is used later. After this it is dried and cracked into different sizes to make bulgur.

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Producing Countries

Some countries are important in making bulgur, especially those that grow a lot of wheat:

• Turkey: Turkey is the largest producer of bulgur, making about 1 million metric tons each year. It exports around 250,000 metric tons, mostly to the EU, Middle East, and North America.
• United States: While not a top producer, interest in bulgur is increasing in the U.S. Companies like 'Bob's Red Mill Natural Foods' are helping make bulgur more available.
• Canada: Canada doesn’t make bulgur directly, but its durum wheat exports are important for bulgur production around the world.

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Trends

Bulgur has been an important ingredient in Levantine and Anatolian cuisine for many years. Nowadays it is getting more attention as the Mediterranean diet becomes more popular. People like bulgur because it is high in fiber and not heavily processed. It is a healthy and easy option. Its fast cooking time and fit for plant-based meals also make it a favorite in restaurants and health food markets.

Bulgur Manufacturers

Nutrada matches you with certified bulgur suppliers. We offer fine, medium, coarse, and extra coarse bulgur to meet different needs in the food industry. Whether you need ingredients for pre-packaged meals, restaurant supplies, or food production, Nutrada helps you find reliable suppliers around the world.

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Bulk Bulgur

Bulgur is usually sold in larger packages of 10 kilograms and 25 kilograms. Buyers can choose the grain size, certification type and origin. Bulk packaging is usually preferred by food manufacturers, wholesalers, and bulgur importers to minimise handling.

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Private Label Bulgur

Nutrada helps businesses that want to start or grow their private label products made from bulgur. Our network offers services like custom packaging, regulatory labeling, and formulation support. These services are ideal for brands in various health food products and ready-meal markets.

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Organic Bulgur

Organic bulgur is becoming more popular in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes, as well as in healthy recipes around the world. Made from organically grown durum wheat, it is commonly used in soups, salads, and grain bowls. Nutrada's network offers certified organic bulgur in fine, medium, and coarse types, from leading producers in Turkey and the European Union.

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Bulgur Suppliers on Nutrada

Use Nutrada's supplier database to find the best bulgur producers in Turkey, the U.S., and Europe. You can apply filters to narrow down your search by grain size, certification type, and more. Start buying bulgur with Nutrada's B2B platform.

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