Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup)
Chorba Hamra bel Frik
Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup) from Algeria. Times were inferred from the source steps.
Imported from TheMealDB. Times and card copy were filled in for this listing, not kitchen-tested. Native name preserved: Chorba Hamra bel Frik.
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- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 46 min
- Total
- 56 min
- Difficulty
- A bit of work
- Spice
- No chilli
- Cost
- Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
About
Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup) is listed as lamb from Algeria. The steps below are the imported TheMealDB method, not an editorial rewrite. Times shown were read from those steps.
Ingredients
- Freekeh237 ml
- Lamb340 g
- Onion1
- Black pepper4.9 ml
- Paprika4.9 ml
- Ground Cinnamon4.9 ml
- Saltto taste
- Neutral oil44 ml
- Coriander1
- Mixed herbs1
- Celery1
- Chickpeas397 g
- Water946 ml
- Zucchini1
- Carrot1
- Tomato15 ml
- Tomato3
- Potato1
Scaling multiplies the written quantities. Baking still prefers a scale.
Steps
Step 1
Place freekeh in a small bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside.
Step 2
Combine lamb, onion, black pepper, paprika, cinnamon, and salt in a pot. Stir in oil, 1/2 the cilantro, 1/2 the mint, and celery stalk until combined. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in chickpeas; pour in just enough water to cover, and return to a simmer. Stir in zucchini, carrot, and tomato paste.
15 minStep 3
Set a steamer over the pot; add tomatoes. Cover and steam tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes. Crush tomatoes using a wooden spoon, so pulp drips into soup. Remove the steamer and discard leftover tomato peels.
5 minStep 4
Add potato to soup and just enough water to cover. Simmer until potato is soft, about 10 minutes.
10 minStep 5
Drain freekeh and add to soup. Simmer until soft, about 15 minutes. Remove celery stalk and discard. Sprinkle soup with remaining 1/2 cilantro and remaining 1/2 mint before serving.
16 min
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Substitutions
onion → shallot
Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have.
tomato (passata or canned chopped tomatoes) → passata or canned chopped tomatoes
Canned tomatoes are often better than pale fresh ones out of season.
potato (sweet potato or another starchy side) → sweet potato or another starchy side
Cook time changes. Sweet potato browns faster.
Tips
- Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
History & culture
Editorial cultural notes have not been written for this imported dish.
Editorial history has not been written for this imported dish.
Inspired by
Provenance: Imported. Initial recipe data sourced from TheMealDB and adapted/reviewed by I Want Some Food. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Questions about this recipe
Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips — not a chatbot.
How long does Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup) take?
56 min all in — 10 min prep, 46 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
A bit of work.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Stockpot, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at to taste.
What can I use instead?
onion → shallot. Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have. tomato (passata or canned chopped tomatoes) → passata or canned chopped tomatoes. Canned tomatoes are often better than pale fresh ones out of season. potato (sweet potato or another starchy side) → sweet potato or another starchy side. Cook time changes. Sweet potato browns faster.
Any tips from this recipe?
Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Set a steamer over the pot; add tomatoes. Cover and steam tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes. Crush tomatoes using a wooden spoon, so pulp drips into soup. Remove the steamer and discard leftover tomato peels.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.