Harira soup recipe

Harira Soup recipe

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Harira soup is a traditional Moroccan dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for cold winter days. Made with a combination of lentils, chickpeas, vegetables, and aromatic spices, this soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. The recipe calls for ingredients like tomatoes, onions, celery, and cilantro, which all come together to create a rich and satisfying flavor. Whether you're looking for a comforting meal or wanting to explore Moroccan cuisine, this Harira soup recipe is sure to impress.

Keywords: Harira soup, Moroccan cuisine, lentils, chickpeas, aromatic spices.

Harira soup recipe details

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Ingredients

500 g	lamb, on the bone
1	onion, chopped
100 g	lentils, soaked overnight and drained
100 g	chickpeas, soaked overnight and drained
1 tsp	turmeric
½ tsp	cinnamon powder
¼ tsp	ground ginger
1 pinch(es)	saffron
1 ½ liter(s)	water
	lemon juice
	salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tbsp	butter
4 tbsp	parsley, chopped
2 tbsp	coriander leaves, chopped
4	beef tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
12	lemon wedges

Instructions

In a large saucepan, combine the meat with onion, lentils, chickpeas and season with turmeric, cinnamon, saffron and ginger. Cover with at least 1,5 litres of water and bring to a boil. Skim off any scum. Add half of the butter, cover with a lid and cook over low heat for 1 ½ to 2 hours until all is soft. Take out the meat, remove from the bone and cut into bite-sized pieces. Return into the soup. Season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice.

In a small saucepan heat the remaining butter, add coriander leaves, parsley and tomatoes and cook over low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add to the soup. Check seasoning and correct if necessary.

Ladle the soup into warmed soup bowls and serve with lemon wedges.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 2 hrs
Resting time:
ca. 12 hrs
Grade of difficulty:
tricky
Calories per portion:
n/a