Freekeh Soup
This Lebanese freekeh soup recipe is made with cracked freekeh, shredded chicken, onions, and spices for a hearty, comforting chicken soup.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon 7 spice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cracked freekeh
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 8 cups water
- Chopped parsley for serving
Instructions
- Pick over freekeh to remove any debris, and rinse in cold water until water looks clear. Soak the freekeh in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Heat the butter in a heavy-bottomed large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until golden brown, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add the tomato paste, 7 spice, salt and pepper and cook until the tomato paste darkens in color and becomes more fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer the freekeh into the pot and stir to combine.
- Push the freekeh to the side and add the whole chicken breasts to the pan and sear in the pot for 2-3 minutes per side to brown and flavor. Add water, turn heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered until the freekeh is tender, about 30 minutes.
- Use a fork to remove the chicken breast from the freekeh soup. Rest on a cutting board and shred with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the freekeh soup and stir to combine.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with parsley, if desired.
Notes
Storage: Let the soup cool to at least room temperature, then transfer to airtight containers and store it in the fridge for up to five days. To reheat, place the soup in a pot over medium heat and cook until heated through. You might need to add a little broth or water if it's too thick when reheating.
Freezing: Be sure to let it cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers or bags. It will last in the freezer for up to three months.
Nutrition
Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 746mg | Potassium: 314mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 494IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg
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