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Freekeh

Traditional dish from Palestine, State of

Must Try Vegetarian

About Freekeh

cereal food made from green durum wheat

Freekeh or farik is a cereal food made from green durum wheat that is roasted and rubbed to create its flavour. It is an ancient dish derived from Levantine and North African cuisines, remaining popular in many countries of the eastern Mediterranean Basin, where durum wheat originated.

Key Ingredients

  • Triticum durum

Dietary Information

✓ Vegetarian friendly
✓ Must-try when visiting Palestine, State of
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