Freekeh and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic
Freekeh and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic is a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. Freekeh is a whole grain that has a nutty flavor and chewy texture, and it's a good source of fiber and protein. The vegetables in this dish add color, crunch, and vitamins, and the ginger and garlic provide a flavorful punch. This dish is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Freekeh is an ancient grain that has been cultivated in the Middle East for centuries. It is made from durum wheat that is harvested before it is fully ripe, and then roasted and cracked. This process gives freekeh its unique nutty flavor and chewy texture. Freekeh is a good source of fiber, protein, and iron, and it is also low in gluten. In this recipe, freekeh is stir-fried with vegetables, ginger, and garlic. The vegetables add color, crunch, and vitamins, and the ginger and garlic provide a flavorful punch. This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Freekeh and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic Freekeh and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic Freekeh and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic Freekeh and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup freekeh
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped snap peas
Instructions
  1. Rinse the freekeh in a fine-mesh sieve.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the broccoli, carrots, and snap peas to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes more.
  5. Stir in the freekeh and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The freekeh is cooked in a flavorful broth, which gives it a rich and savory flavor.
  • The vegetables are cooked until they are tender-crisp, which gives them a great texture.
  • The ginger and garlic add a flavorful punch to the dish.
  • The dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.