4-6 Servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup freekeh
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• 1 can (14 oz) tomatoes, puréed
• 5 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tsp allspice
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Put the freekeh in a bowl, cover with water and wash well.
2. Change the water and drain the freekeh a couple of times to get rid of any sediment.
3. Drain and leave aside. In a 2-quart pot, heat the oil and sauté the onion until soft and translucent.
4. Add the freekeh and stir to coat the grains. Add in the puréed and chopped tomatoes.
5. Season with allspice, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Allow to come to a boil. Lower the heat and cover. Leave to
   simmer for about 15 minutes until the freekeh is done.
6. It will be soft but still al dente.
7. Serve hot or at room temperature beside any grilled meat or fish.