Ferik (also spelled frika), or green wheat, which is very common in the Egyptian countryside, makes a good side dish. It has a wonderful earthy texture and an unusual smoky flavor. (See the introduction to the preceding recipe.)
Recipe information
Yield
serves 4
Ingredients
1 cup ferik
1 1/2 cups water
Salt
2 tablespoons butter
Preparation
Step 1
Wash the ferik in 2 or 3 changes of water, then rinse in a colander.
Step 2
Bring the water with salt to the boil in a saucepan. Add the ferik, bring to the boil again, and cook, covered, over low heat for about 15 minutes, or until the grain is tender, adding a little water if it is too dry.
Step 3
Stir in the butter and leave, covered, for about 10 minutes before serving.
