freekeh
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of freekeh
From the Arabic word farīk “rubbed”
Example Sentences
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They also learned about the nutritional benefits of "freekeh", wheat picked while still green, smoked to retain its natural proteins and served like rice.
From Reuters ● May 29, 2023
Pre-20th-century versions more likely consisted of camel or goat cooked in its own fatty broth; instead of rice, the meat was served atop locally grown bulgur or freekeh.
From New York Times ● Nov. 11, 2021
Cut each pea into thirds at an angle and add to the freekeh in the bowl.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 3, 2021
It’s filled with grain bowls with brown rice and freekeh, mix-ins including pomegranate, chicken, and kale, and toppings such as avocado, egg, and yogurt.
From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2018
Parsley, mint, and basil are also delicious mixed with grains like quinoa and freekeh.
From Slate ● May 1, 2018
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