Freekeh soup

Although Freekeh (pronounced free-ka or free-k-) has recently joined the “super food” club, it has been popular in the Arabic cuisine for centuries, mainly in the Levantine area and north-east africa. Freekeh is roasted green wheat that is used to make soups, pilafs,salads and stuffing for chicken and poultry. It is one of my favorite ingredients because of its versatility, earthy nutty flavor tones,and of course because of its nutritional value

When Manuela asked me to write a guest post for her I was thrilled and honored. You see, Manuela is one of the kindest and most talented people I have ever known. Manuela and I started our blogs a few months apart and through this blogging journey I have come to admire her deep passion and dedication. She shares authentic Italian recipes. Her blog is my go to reference for everything Italian.

I have to say that, as much as I love Manu’s food creations, it is her kind personality and warm heart that touched me the most through these past few years. She is a true friend, should you ever need one. Always there to support and cheer you on.

When it was time to choose a recipe, I wanted to make something unique for her. Something that I loved, something Middle Eastern. So I decided to make Freekeh soup.One of my all time favorite soup recipes. Easy and nutritious. Nutty,rich and smoky.Comforting without being overwhelming.The perfect balance for a perfect soup.

Before sending you off to Manu’s blog (which I know you will LOVE) I have some exciting news to share! I have been selected as one of the top 100 food bloggers in 2015. I am thrilled!

A deep, heartfelt thank you goes out to the wonderful and talented Sarvani for sharing the news

One final note before the angry emails pour in asking what the white thing on top of the freekeh is!In my house, my husband loves his freekeh with a little sour-cream or yogurt. I know the idea may seem outlandish at first, but do give it a try. You may just fall in love with the earthy- sour combo of the freekeh and laban (yogurt)

Now you can head over to Manu’s menu for my guest post and the recipe 🙂

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Saskia (1=2) on April 28, 2015 at 9:31 AM

Your soup sounds amazing Sawsan, and awesome photos as always! A huge CONGRATS for your win. Very much deserved! Oh, and I’m with your husband – love a dollop of yogurt or sour cream on my soup (or on just about anything really). 🙂

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Choc Chip Uru on April 28, 2015 at 9:36 AM

This soup looks delicious, very filling and healthy 🙂

Cheers
Choc Chip Uru

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Joanne T Ferguson on April 28, 2015 at 1:15 PM

G’day and HOW VERY AWESOME for your well deserved achievement Sawsan! I am VERY happy for you! What a great recipe and thank you for your friendship and continuing to inspire me!

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Chica Andaluza on April 28, 2015 at 2:41 PM

Congratulations Sawsan – well deserved! Lovely dish and I too love yogurt on top of many dishes, so no angry e-mail from me 🙂

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Sandhya on April 28, 2015 at 4:44 PM

Congratulations Sawsan! Your blog is amazing! I have never had Freekeh but that sounds so very delicious and nutritious! I immediately started thinking of how I would use it in my Indian cooking too:)
I should look if the middle eastern stores carry it in the US

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Aisha on April 28, 2015 at 5:31 PM

I love your recipes!! I am from Amman-Jordan and your food makes me so homesick. I am on a paleo diet due to my illness, so I am trying to make some of these recipe paleo! Thank you for sharing 🙂

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Tilia on April 28, 2015 at 5:34 PM

You are just wonderful to share great meals & pictures with us. Thank you kindly !

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manalobieda on April 28, 2015 at 11:13 PM

Congratulations Sawsan…your blog is amazing and you deserve the recognition…wishing you more and more great things ahead.
Manal

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unaragazzaqualsiasi00 on May 6, 2015 at 5:32 PM

I love this

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Chez @ Chez Moi on December 11, 2015 at 7:09 AM

The soup looks lovely, and the recipe – wow! I’m blown away by the idea of such a simple grain-based soup flavoured with sweet spices. I am very keen to try it, as soon as the weather cools down.

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