Freekeh is made from roasted young wheat. Nutritionally, freekeh stacks up impressively. It has low GI, four time the fibre of brown rice and is higher in protein then regular wheat.
Looking for a another winter warmer featuring freekeh? Try this spinach dhal.
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Ingredients
Method
1.Place freekeh in a medium saucepan, cover with water; bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, partially covered, for 15 minutes or until almost tender. Drain.
2.Meanwhile, heat oil a large saucepan over medium heat; cook leek, stirring, for 4 minutes or until softened. Add garlic; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
3.Add the water and chicken, bring to the boil; reduce heat to low. Cook, covered, for 12 minutes or until chicken is cooked. Remove chicken from stock; shred meat. Return shredded chicken to pan with green beans and freekeh, season to taste; cook for 5 minutes. Add zucchini and peas; cook for 3 minutes or until tender. Stir in rind and juice.
4.Ladle soup into bowls; top with parsley. Season to taste.
