Firik Pilavı (Smoked Wheat Pilaf) with Dried Apricots and Almonds

A flavorful and aromatic Turkish pilaf made with smoked wheat (firik), dried apricots, and almonds. This dish offers a delightful combination of smoky, sweet, and nutty flavors, making it a perfect side dish or a light meal.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

455 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£1.04/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

1cupFirik (Smoked Wheat)(Rinse before cooking)

£1.20

0.5cupDried Apricots(Chopped)

£0.75

0.3cupAlmonds(Slivered or chopped)

£0.80

2cupsVegetable Broth

£0.50

2tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.25

0.5mediumOnion(Finely chopped)

£0.20

0.5teaspoonGround Cumin

£0.10

0.3teaspoonGround Cinnamon

£0.05

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Or to taste)

£0.02

2tablespoonsFresh Parsley(Chopped, for garnish)

£0.30

Total Cost

£4.18

£1.04 per serving

Instructions

1.
Rinse the firik under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2.
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the rinsed firik, chopped dried apricots, slivered almonds, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
4.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the firik is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
5.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6.
Fluff the pilaf with a fork and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (180g)

455 kcal / 1904 kJ

Carbs

58g

22% of RDA

Fat

20g

29% of RDA

Protein

14g

28% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

14 g

47% of RDA

Sugar

19 g

21% of RDA

Sodium

375 mg

16% of RDA

Saturated Fat

2 g

10% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Toasting the almonds before adding them to the pilaf enhances their flavor.

Adjust the amount of spices to your preference. You can also add a pinch of chili flakes for a touch of heat.

For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.

If you can't find firik, you can substitute bulgur wheat, but the flavor profile will be different as bulgur is not smoked.

If the pilaf is too dry, add a little more broth or water during cooking.

Cooking Equipment

Medium saucepan with lid

Measuring cups and spoons

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