Rice
Freekeh bel Firakh (Freekeh with Chicken)

Freekeh bel Firakh (Freekeh with Chicken)

Egypt

75Minutes
EasyLevel
5Serves
8Steps
About

A wholesome Upper Egyptian dish of smoky roasted green wheat simmered in chicken broth, its nutty flavour beloved across the Sa'idi south.

Equipment
  • Pot
  • Frying pan
  • Sieve
  • Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Freekeh (cracked roasted green wheat)2 cups
Chicken pieces1 kg
Onion, chopped1
Butter or ghee4 tbsp
Ground cardamom and cinnamon½ tsp each
Onion, bay, cardamom (for broth)1 set
Toasted nuts (to garnish)¼ cup
Salt and black pepperto taste

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