Tomato, Olive and Freekeh Pilaf
Delight in the aromatic flavors of this Tomato, Olive, and Freekeh Pilaf. A symphony of caramelized onions, sweet tomatoes, and savory olives, mixed with nutty freekeh and enriched with Tomato Bliss Clarified Broth. This dish is a delightful combination of Mediterranean ingredients, resulting in a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
| 16 | ounces Tomato Bliss Purple and Dark Red Heirloom Tomatoes |
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| 3 | pounds yellow onions |
| 3 | tablespoons butter |
| 4 | tablespoons olive oil |
| 3 | sprigs thyme |
| 2 | sprigs rosemary |
| 1 | bay leaf |
| 2 | cloves garlic, peeled and crushed |
| 6 | anchovy fillets (optional) |
| 16 | oil-cured black olives |
| 1 | cup freekeh |
| 1 | cup Tomato Bliss Clarified Tomato Broth |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon salt |
Instructions
For the Tomato and Onion Base | |
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| 1. | Begin by thinly slicing the onions either by hand or using a mandoline. |
| 2. | In a heavy pan, melt the butter and oil. Add the onions, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Slowly cook the onion mixture over low heat for about an hour and a half until it turns beautifully caramelized. |
| 3. | Integrate the Tomato Bliss Purple and Dark Red Heirloom Tomatoes into the onion mixture, stirring gently. |
For the Freekeh | |
| 1. | Start by bringing the Tomato Bliss Clarified Broth and salt to a gentle boil. |
| 2. | Add the freekeh to the boiling broth, then reduce the heat, cover, and let it cook for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, uncover, and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. |
| 3. | Incorporate the Tomato and Onion mixture into the warm freekeh, heating through in the pot or transferring to an oven-proof pan to warm up. |
Published on Aug 11, 2024 by Luminița