Freekeh Soup

🛒 Ingredients

• Cooked Chicken Breast, shredded 75 g · 124 kcal
• Dry Freekeh 40 g · 140 kcal
• Onion, chopped 38 g · 15 kcal
• Garlic, minced 5 g · 7 kcal
• Chicken broth 375 g · 38 kcal
• Olive oil 5 g · 44 kcal
• Cumin powder 1 g · 0 kcal
• Coriander powder 1 g · 0 kcal
• Cinnamon powder 1 g · 0 kcal
• Black pepper 1 g · 0 kcal
• Fresh mint, chopped 3 g · 0 kcal
• Lemon juice 4 g · 0 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Rinse freekeh thoroughly under cold water; soak in fresh water for 15-30 minutes, then drain.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and black pepper, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add shredded cooked chicken breast to the pot.
4. Add the drained freekeh and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until freekeh is tender.
5. Season the soup with salt and adjust spices to taste. Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped mint just before serving.
6. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh mint or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.