Chorba Frik Hamra (Algerian Lamb, Tomato & Freekeh Soup)

1. 1

   Put the freekeh in a small bowl and cover it with cold water. Set it aside.

2. 2

   In a pot, combine the lamb, onion, black pepper, paprika, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the oil, 1/2 the cilantro, 1/2 the mint, and the celery stalk until mixed. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in the chickpeas; add just enough water to cover, and return to a simmer. Stir in the zucchini, carrot, and tomato paste.

3. 3

   Place a steamer over the pot and add the tomatoes. Cover and steam the tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes. Crush the tomatoes with a wooden spoon so the pulp drips into the soup. Remove the steamer and discard the remaining tomato peels.

4. 4

   Add the potato to the soup and just enough water to cover. Simmer until the potato is soft, about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain the freekeh and add it to the soup. Simmer until soft, about 15 minutes. Remove the celery stalk and discard it. Sprinkle the soup with the remaining 1/2 cilantro and the remaining 1/2 mint before serving.

• Calories 316.41 kcal — Moderate 16%
• Protein 19.5 g ↗ Good Source 39%
• Carbohydrate 35.5 g 13%
• Total Fat 12.51 g — Moderate 16%
• Saturated Fat 3.15 g — Moderate 16%
• Trans Fat 0.21 g ▲ High --
• Cholesterol 42.08 mg — Moderate 14%
• Sodium 197.9 mg — Moderate 9%
• Dietary Fiber 7.98 g ↗ Good Source 29%
• Total Sugars 6.75 g --
• Added Sugars 4.97 g — Moderate 10%
• Calcium 82.21 mg ⌄ Low Source 6%
• Iron 4.15 mg ↗ Good Source 23%
• Potassium 456.77 mg ⌄ Low Source 10%
• Vitamin A 59.08 mcg ⌄ Low Source 7%
• Vitamin C 5.35 mg ⌄ Low Source 6%
• Vitamin D 0.07 mcg ⌄ Low Source 0%

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

• Wheat 🌾
• Gluten
• Celery
• Tomatoes 🍅
• Onions 🧅