Cardamom Spiced Freekeh

Cardomom Spiced Freekeh recipe.
Freekeh Foods
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  • Yield: 4 servings

Cardamom, coconut milk, and honey complement the freekeh perfectly, making this a delicious, healthy dessert.

Ingredients

1 8-ounce package of cracked freekeh (1 cup)
1 13.5-ounce can of light coconut milk
2tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/2teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2cup blue agave nectar, honey, or brown rice syrup
1cup prunes or dates, pitted and chopped
4tablespoons natural butter substitute or butter
2teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2cup pistachios, chopped (preferably unsalted)

Instructions

  1. Pour the coconut milk into a measuring cup and add water until you have 2 1/2 cups of liquid. Add liquid to  sauce pan.
  2. Add freekeh and bring to a boil, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Mix in all other ingredients except for the nuts and reduce heat to low.
  4. Cover and simmer for about 25 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, top with pistachio nuts and serve immediately.
  6. options: Try adding dried apricots, chopped almonds or sprinkle dark chocolate shavings on top for variety next time.

Reprinted with permission from 30 Ways to Freekeh! cookbook. Photo credit: Freekeh Foods.