Hearty Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe
A hearty Moroccan soup made with lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices, perfect for warming up during colder months.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Cutting board and knife
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup dried chickpeas soaked overnight
- ½ cup green lentils
- 1 lb lamb or beef, cut into small pieces (optional)
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 large tomatoes diced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ½ cup vermicelli or small pasta
Instructions
Cook the base:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.1 large onion, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil
Add spices and meat:
- Add the ground cinnamon, ginger, cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Stir well. If using meat, add it now and brown on all sides.1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1 lb lamb
Simmer the soup:
- Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and water. Add the soaked chickpeas, lentils, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 45 minutes.1/2 cup dried chickpeas, 1/2 cup green lentils, 4 cups vegetable broth, 2 large tomatoes, 1/4 cup tomato paste, 2 cups water
Finish the soup:
- Add the vermicelli or small pasta and continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the pasta is cooked. Stir in chopped cilantro and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.1/4 cup fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup fresh parsley, 1/2 cup vermicelli, Salt and pepper to taste
Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
Notes
Harira is traditionally enjoyed with lemon wedges and dates.
Adjust the thickness by adding more broth or water if needed.
Adjust the thickness by adding more broth or water if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 501kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 23gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 852mgPotassium: 830mgFiber: 11gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1328IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 78mgIron: 5mg
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