Freekeh Eggplant Stew Recipe

Bring water freekeh and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low cover and simmer until water has been absorbed 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.

While the freekeh is cooking heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook until softened 5 to 7 minutes. Add eggplant and cook stirring frequently about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes russet potatoes carrots sweet potato cumin coriander turmeric salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low heat and simmer covered about 30 minutes. Add cooked freekeh and simmer for 10 minutes more.