Grains & noodles · Dried
Freekeh
Also called frikeh, farik, green wheat
Young green wheat, roasted and cracked, with a smoky, nutty taste; for Levantine pilafs, soups and salads.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodCoarse bulgur
No smoky note and softer; toast in a dry pan first.
- T2 · GoodFarro
Plumper and chewier, no smoke; takes longer to cook.
- T3 · In a pinchPearl barley
Starchier and blander, no smoky green-wheat flavour.
- T3 · In a pinchSpelt
Nutty and chewy but not smoky; takes longer to cook.
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