If you don't have bulgur wheat, there are several alternatives you can use. Some of the best substitutes include quinoa, couscous, brown rice, millet, farro, freekeh, barley, orzo, amaranth, buckwheat groats, wild rice, riced cauliflower, lentils, pearl couscous, oats (steel-cut or rolled), Teff, sorghum, and cracked wheat.