Freekeh – a recipe with an exciting taste

There are several variations of freekeh. Freekeh consists of roasted green wheat grains. The wheat is extremely nutritious, and it has a pleasant smoky flavour.

You can have almost anything in it, from beef,chicken or lamb to completely vegetarian, without any meat at all, and vegetables such as peas and carrots.

– You can vary the dish according to what you like, and add your favourite vegetables and spices .

Freekeh (8 portions)

About 6 dl freekeh (optional type)

1 kg lamb

200 gr peas

200 gr blanched almonds

2 onions

Approximately 12 dl hot water

2 tbsp beef stock

Butter and oil for frying

Method:

1. Chop the onion and cut the meat into small pieces.

2. Boil up the water in a pot.

3. Put in the meat. When it comes to the boil, skim off the scum from the surface. (The scum spoils the taste)

4. Add the onions and herbs/spices. Let it all simmer.

5. Boil up the peas quickly in a pan, then drain.

6. Heat the oil in a big pot. Add the freekeh and fry for about 4 minutes, stirring all the time.

7. Pour over 12 dl hot water + beef stock (the water should cover the freekeh by a couple of inches). Cover with a lid.

8. Let the freekeh come to the boil. Reduce the heat to low. Let it steam slowly for about an hour.

9. Add herbs/spices to taste. Add more stock or salt if required.

10. Fry the almonds golden-brown in a frying-pan.

11. Put the freekeh on a serving-dish, then place the meat on top, and garnish with almonds and peas.

Serve freekeh with a salad and yoghurt if you wish.