How To Cook Freekeh

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Learn how to cook freekeh, a delicious grain with a nutty flavor and chewy texture. Serve it with different proteins or add to salads and soups!

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time35

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean, middle eastern

Servings:

Calories: 130kcal

Rinse freekeh a few times to make sure it's clean and any debris is removed.
Place it in a saucepan and top with water. Bring to a simmer over medium high heat.
Cover with a lid, turn the heat down to medium low and cook until the grains are chewy and tender. Cracked freekeh will take about 25 minutes and whole grain will take about 40 minutes.
Once the grain is fully cooked, turn the heat off and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Fluff with a fork and serve.

When looking for freekeh, you will see whole grain or cracked. Both will work in this recipe and the amount of water will be the same. However, cooking time will be different.
You can use water, chicken or beef broth as well as vegetable stock to cook freekeh at home.
Serve it with Mediterranean shrimp, balsamic chicken or Turkish ground beef stew.
Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.