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Easy 35 min~310 kcal 6/10
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Freekeh Pilaf
A smoky Middle Eastern green wheat pilaf with chickpeas, onions, warm spices, and a loose grain texture.
Medium⏱️ 50 min📖 1 min readServes 5~465 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
18 min prep 32 min cook
- #High Protein
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 50 min- Prep18 min
- Cooking32 min
Ingredients
5 servings
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For the rice
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Freekeh (roasted wheat)
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Cooked chickpeas
- 1 Onion
- 1 Carrot
- 3.5 cup(~700 ml) Hot water
For cooking
- 4 tbsp(~60 ml) Olive oil
For the spice mix
- 0.8 tsp(~4 ml) Cumin
- 0.3 tsp(~1.5 ml) Cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
General
- 1.2 dessert spoon(~12 ml) Salt
For serving
- 0.3 bunch Parsley
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the freekeh grains in a sieve, soak in water for 10 minutes, and drain.
10 min10:00 - 2
Cut the onion and carrot into small pieces.
- 3
Soften the onion in olive oil for 5 minutes, then add the carrot and cook for 3 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 4
Add the freekeh, chickpeas, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt to the pot.
- 5
Pour in the hot water, cover, and cook over low heat for 24 minutes.
24 min24:00 - 6
Rest the pilaf for 8 minutes, stir in the parsley, and serve with separate grains.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Rinse the freekeh grains before cooking; if roasted dust remains, the pilaf turns cloudy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve freekeh pilaf hot as a main dish with a yogurt-free shepherd salad, optional lemon, and roasted peppers.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~465
kcal calories
16
g protein
72
g carbs
13
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 61%Fat 25%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Freekeh Pilaf make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Freekeh Pilaf take?
Prep 18 minutes, cooking 32 minutes; 50 minutes in total.Is Freekeh Pilaf difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Freekeh Pilaf have?
Approximately 465 kcal per serving. Protein: 16g, carbs: 72g, fat: 13g.Which allergens does Freekeh Pilaf contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Freekeh Pilaf belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Freekeh Pilaf need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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