Organic Cracked Freekeh is young green wheat that has been roasted and cracked. This traditional food of the Middle East has a pleasant nutty flavor and cooks in just 25 minutes. A high-fiber whole grain, freekeh is perfect for savory salads, spiced pilafs, and hearty hot cereal.What is freekeh? Green wheat freekeh is a flavorful ancient grain that cooks up quickly and tastes delicious. Freekeh (also known as farik or frikeh) is the name for roasted young wheat, and it is a traditional food of the Middle East and Northeastern Africa. In addition to its high fiber content, our organic freekeh wheat supplies 7 grams of protein per serving and is a good source of magnesium.Freekeh has a subtle smoky flavor and pleasantly chewy texture, which makes it ideal for satisfying side dishes like salads and spiced pilafs. To make a simple freekeh salad, toss the hot cooked grains with lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs. For a hearty hot cereal, try a bowl of cracked freekeh topped with milk, honey, nuts, and fruit. For more tips on cooking freekeh, view recipes in the tab above and check out our full freekeh nutrition facts, reviews, and more!