Chorba Frik : Lamb and freekeh algerian Soup
Chorba frik, traditional Algerian soup with lamb, chickpeas and cracked green wheat. A comforting, flavorful and nourishing Ramadan recipe.
Ingredients
- 9 oz lamb or to taste
- 4 fresh tomatoes or canned whole tomatoes puréed
- 1 handful chickpeas soaked overnight
- 1 onion
- Salt and pepper
- 1 pinch cinnamon
- 4 mint leaves
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 1 celery stalk with leaves
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 small glass frik cracked green wheat
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp smen or butter
Instructions
- Cut the meat into cubes. Finely chop the onion, cilantro, and celery.
- Heat the oil and smen (or butter) in a large pot. Add the meat and sauté until lightly browned.
- Add the onion–celery–cilantro mixture and cook briefly.
- Stir in the mint, paprika, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cinnamon. Cook for a few minutes so the flavors blend together.
- Add the blended tomatoes and mix well.
- Pour in 1 liter (about 4 cups) of water and add the soaked chickpeas. Cover and cook until the meat becomes tender and easily pulls apart.
- Add the rinsed frik (cracked wheat). Stir immediately to prevent sticking.
- If needed, add a little hot water to adjust the consistency.
Notes
Notes
Serve hot, sprinkled with freshly chopped cilantro.