Eggplant And Fennel Pilaf Of Bulgur And Rice Recipe

• 4 c. eggplant chunks approximately
• 1 tsp Asian five spice pwdr preferably Thai spice blend
• 1 tsp light sesame oil
• 1 tsp gomasio or possibly a blend of sesame seeds and coarse salt
• 1 sm fennel bulb trimmed and cored
• 2 Tbsp. minced fresh basil freshly grnd pepper extra virgin olive oil spray
• 1 c. minced onion
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 c. red bell pepper strips freshly grnd pepper
• 1/2 c. cracked wheat bulgur
• 1/2 c. instant white rice or possibly leftover
• 16 ounce low sodium vegetable broth
• 1/4 tsp better than bouillon vegetable soup base or possibly flavor enhancer
• 1/2 tsp Butter Buds sprinkles
• 1/2 c. minced fresh cilantro more or possibly less
• 3 x lemon wedges garnish

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