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Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup)

Name: Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Algerian
Ingredients: 1 cup freekeh; 12 ounces lamb; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; salt, To taste; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 bunch cilantro; 1 bunch mint; 1 celery; 14 oz jar chickpeas; 4 cups water; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 carrot, diced; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 3 medium tomatoes, medium; 1 potato, diced

A hearty Algerian lamb soup with freekeh, chickpeas, vegetables, fresh herbs, and steamed tomatoes.

40 min
470 kcal
Algerian
Soup

Mellowpan tip: Makes 6 servings. Plan the extras as tomorrow’s lunch.

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Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup)

Ingredients

For 6 servings

Steps

Step 1:
Place the freekeh in a small bowl and cover with cold water.
Step 2:
Set aside.
Step 3:
Combine the lamb, onion, black pepper, paprika, cinnamon, and salt in a pot.
Step 4:
Stir in the oil, half the cilantro, half the mint, and the celery stalk until combined.
Step 5:
Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
15 min
Step 6:
Stir in the chickpeas.
Step 7:
Pour in just enough water to cover and return to a simmer.
Step 8:
Stir in the zucchini, carrot, and tomato paste.
Step 9:
Set a steamer over the pot and add the tomatoes.
Step 10:
Cover and steam the tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes.
5 min
Step 11:
Crush the tomatoes using a wooden spoon so the pulp drips into the soup.
Step 12:
Remove the steamer and discard the leftover tomato peels.
Step 13:
Add the potato to the soup and add just enough water to cover.
Step 14:
Simmer until the potato is soft, about 10 minutes.
10 min
Step 15:
Drain the freekeh and add it to the soup.
Step 16:
Simmer until the freekeh is soft, about 15 minutes.
15 min
Step 17:
Remove and discard the celery stalk.
Step 18:
Sprinkle the soup with the remaining cilantro and mint before serving.