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Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe
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Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe

If you're looking to add a touch of North African cuisine to your kitchen, look no further than this traditional Moroccan dish
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Moroccan
Keyword Harira, Moroccan Chickpea Soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 168kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cooking Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
  • 1 cup Dried lentils
  • 2 Onions finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 Tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup Chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup Chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup Chopped fresh celery leaves
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger
  • 1 tsp Ground turmeric
  • ½ tsp Ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Ground cumin
  • ¼ tsp Ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 6 cups Vegetable or chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup Vermicelli noodles

Instructions

  • Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas and lentils. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until translucent.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, cilantro, parsley, and celery leaves to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
  • Stir in the ground ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Cook for another minute to toast the spices and release their flavors.
  • Add the tomato paste and mix well to combine with the spices and vegetables.
  • Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, followed by the drained chickpeas and lentils. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chickpeas and lentils are tender.
  • In a separate pot, cook the vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Once the chickpeas and lentils are cooked, add the cooked vermicelli noodles to the soup. Stir in the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  • Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Tips for Enhancing the Flavor and Texture of Harira Soup

To take your Harira Soup to the next level, here are some tips to enhance its flavor and texture:
  1. Toast the spices: Before adding the spices to the soup, toast them in a dry pan over low heat. This helps to release their aromatic oils and intensify their flavors.
  2. Use homemade broth: If possible, use homemade vegetable or chicken broth instead of store-bought. This will give your soup a richer and more authentic taste.
  3. Add a splash of lemon juice: The acidity from lemon juice brightens the flavors of the soup and balances out the richness of the spices and ingredients.
  4. Garnish with fresh herbs: Just before serving, sprinkle some fresh cilantro or parsley on top of the soup. This adds a burst of freshness and elevates the presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 300g | Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 2.1g