Chorba Hamra Bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, And F

Name: Chorba Hamra Bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, And Freekeh Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup freekeh; water to cover; 3/4 pound lamb meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 1 onion, grated; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; salt to taste; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped, divided; 1 bunch fresh mint, finely chopped, divided; 1 stalk celery; 1/2 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 carrot, diced; 3 medium ripe tomatoes; 1 potato, diced

Servings: persons

1 cup freekeh
water to cover
3/4 pound lamb meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 onion, grated
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped, divided
1 bunch fresh mint, finely chopped, divided
1 stalk celery
1/2 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 zucchini, diced
1 carrot, diced
3 medium ripe tomatoes
1 potato, diced

1
Place freekeh in a bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside.
2
Combine lamb, onion, pepper, paprika, cinnamon, and salt in a pot. Add oil, 1/2 of the cilantro, 1/2 of the mint, and celery and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in chickpeas and cover with a little water. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add tomato paste, zucchini, and carrot and mix well.
3
Set a steamer over the pot and add tomatoes. Cover and steam tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes. Crush tomatoes using a wooden spoon so pulp drips into the soup. Discard leftover tomato peels. Add potato and enough water to cover. Simmer until potato is soft, about 10 minutes.
4
Drain freekeh and add to the soup. Simmer until soft, about 15 minutes. Remove celery stalk. Sprinkle soup with remaining cilantro and mint before serving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup freekeh, water to cover, 3/4 pound lamb meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, 1 onion, grated, and more.

Yes, Chorba Hamra Bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, And Freekeh Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chorba Hamra Bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, And Freekeh Soup)

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