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Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup)
Place freekeh in a small bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup) take?
56 min all in โ 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 โ about $8โ16 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 โ 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) โ passata or canned chopped tomatoes. Canned tomatoes are often better than pale fresh ones out of season. potato (sweet potato or another starchy side) โ 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.