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Freekeh Soup

Freekeh Soup

Freekeh Soup - a delicious, healthy and hearty Middle Eastern soup!

Course: Main
Cuisine: Middle-Eastern
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Author: Sawsan from Chef in Disguise

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 chicken breasts cut into cubes optional
  • 1 cup fine freekeh
  • 4 cups chicken stock vegetable stock or water
  • 1 teaspoon all spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot add the olive oil and onions
  2. Saute the onions over medium low heat until they are transluscent
  3. Add the chicken breast cubes (if using) and cook until slightly golden brown and cooked through (5- 7 minutes)
  4. Add the Freekeh and stir for 5 minutes to toast the freekeh slightly
  5. Add the all spice, cardamom and salt
  6. Add the chicken stock and simmer for 20 - 30 minutes
  7. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.