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Freekeh and Rice with Chicken

Freekeh and rice with chicken: a practical, easy recipe that's great for banquets and gatherings, and can also be made with meat if desired.

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2 cups freekeh2 cups Egyptian rice2 kg chicken thighsNuts for garnish - optionalSeasonings for boiling the chicken, as desired and available (cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, whole cloves, cardamom pods, whole black peppercorns, a small piece of fresh ginger, an onion, half a lemon)Oil or ghee for cooking the freekeh and rice1 large onion, finely diced1/2 teaspoon black pepperSalt to taste

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After cleaning the chicken, cover it with water, bring the water to a boil, then discard it to remove any scum

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