Aydin Olive Keskek

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the hulled wheat and chickpeas in separate bowls of water for at least 8 hours, or overnight, then drain them in the morning.

   8 hr

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2. 2

   Place the drained wheat and chickpeas in a pressure cooker, then cover with 4 cups hot water along with the chopped onion, crushed garlic, and salt.

3. 3

   Bring the pressure cooker to a vigorous boil over high heat, then cook over low heat for 45 to 50 minutes.

   45 min

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4. 4

   Release the steam from the cooker and open the lid, then mash the wheat with a wooden spoon into a porridge-like consistency, adding hot water if needed.

5. 5

   Add the chopped green olives and olive oil, boil for 5 more minutes, and stir in the thyme.

   5 min

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6. 6

   Transfer to plates, drizzle with hot olive oil and red pepper flakes, and serve.