The 9×13 Life: How to Make Farfel in the Oven

Make this Shabbos staple in one pan with no pots or cleanup required!

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We’ve changed so much of how we cook over the last few years here on BCP. We started creating 9×13 dinners that are easy, quick and delicious…then it was no-mixer cakes…then we began baking dishes we usually prepare on stove top, saving the job of washing a pot and babysitting that flame.

If farfel is a staple that you can’t do without (or even if you don’t prepare it often), you’ll enjoy the convenience of this super easy version (made in half 9×13 inch pan!) See how to prepare more grains in the oven here!

Farfel, oil and seasoning in a 9×6 inch pan (half 9×13 inch pan).

Toss to combine.

Cover with 2 ½ cups cold water.

Fluff with fork and enjoy.

Farfel in the Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 8 oz package of farfel
  • 2-3 tbsp oil
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
  • dash black pepper
  • pinch – 1 tsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
  • 2 ½ cups cold water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Combine farfel, oil and seasoning in a 9×6 inch pan (half 9×13 inch pan). Toss to combine.
  • Cover with 2 ½ cups cold water and cover pan tightly with foil.
  • Bake for 1 hour. Fluff with fork and enjoy. ** If you are using boiling water it’s less water (2 cups) and shorter cooking time (30-40 minutes).
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12 responses to “The 9×13 Life: How to Make Farfel in the Oven”

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    Anonymous

    I just started doing this a few months ago. It’s a great quick side to go with a saucy meat.

  2. Fan Avatar
    Fan

    wow this is really helpful. Serve ferfel every Friday night! thanks!!

  3. Anon Avatar
    Anon

    My Farfel is 12 Oz. How can I adjust the recipe accordingly?
    Thanks

    1. betweencarpools Avatar
      betweencarpools

      Hi. I would do 3 T oil, same spices and 3.75 cups cold water

      1. Anon Avatar
        Anon

        Thank you

  4. Minna Avatar
    Minna

    They don't sell farfel where I live. Can I substitute pearled couscous?

    1. Leah Schapira Avatar
      Leah Schapira

      yes

  5. B Avatar
    B

    I love using chicken broth instead of water

  6. Chana Avatar
    Chana

    I use the frozen garlic for this and it’s heaven!

  7. Devorah Avatar
    Devorah

    My family loved this! I need to make more for Shabbos because somebody (won’t say if it’s husband or a kid) ate 1/3 of the pan. I’m excited to have a new, easy side dish! I added a can of mushrooms (drained) before baking and it’s great.

  8. Ruchie Avatar
    Ruchie

    Has anyone made this with a 10 oz bag? I want to know what adjustments to make.
    Doubt anyone will see this question on a poat from 2 years ago but trying my luck…

    1. Deborah Avatar
      Deborah

      Look back a few comments. Someone asked about a 12 oz bag and there was a reply.

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