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How to Make Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chorba Hamra bel Frik is a traditional Algerian soup that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for warming you up on a cold day. This dish is a beloved staple in Algerian cuisine, known for its rich and complex flavors. The combination of tender lamb, juicy tomatoes, and nutty freekeh creates a deeply satisfying and comforting soup that is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup freekeh
  • ¾ 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
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped, divided
  • 1 bunch fresh mint, finely chopped, divided
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
  • 4 cups water, or as needed
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes
  • 1 potato, diced

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Place freekeh in a small bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside.
  • Combine lamb, onion, pepper, paprika, cinnamon, and salt in a pot. Add 1/2 of the cilantro, 1/2 of the mint, celery stalk, and oil; mix well. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in chickpeas, pour in just enough water to cover, and return to a simmer. Stir in zucchini, carrot, and tomato paste.
  • 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 soup. Remove the steamer and discard leftover tomato peels.
  • Add potato to soup and just enough water to cover. Simmer until potato is soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain freekeh and add to soup. Simmer until soft, about 15 minutes. Remove celery stalk. Sprinkle soup with remaining cilantro and mint before serving.

    • Nutrition

    277 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 148mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 522mg

    Categories

    Lamb recipes
    Tomato recipes
    Soup recipes
    Algerian recipes