Saffron Chicken Freekeh

A homemade saffron chicken freekeh recipe ... You all know saffron rice, but have you tried freekeh with saffron? Discover our rich, unconventional recipe and enjoy the wonderful effect of saffron in freekeh.

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6 chicken thighs or breasts, depending on preference2 medium onions, cut into cubes1 1/2 cups freekeh3 cups chicken cooking stock2 cinnamon sticks2 cardamom pods1 teaspoon crushed garlic1 teaspoon chopped ginger1 teaspoon rose water1 teaspoon authentic pink saffronOlive oil, as neededSalt, to tasteBlack pepper, to taste

Chicken marinade

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon seven-spice blend1 teaspoon turmeric1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper2 teaspoons salt, or to taste

Garnish

Coarsely chopped parsleyPine nutsPistachiosAlmondsCashewsor any available mixed nuts

Step 1

Soak the freekeh in water for 1 hour, then drain and set aside.

Cooking notes

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