HARIRA (CHICKPEA, LAMB AND CORIANDER SOUP)

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This is a wonderfully spiced and filling soup. Mmmmm, wish we had a winter around here... This is North African comfort food at it's best. Serve with toasted pita or Morrocan flat bread drizzled with a bit of good quality olive oil. If you're not crazy about cloves, like my DH, you can reduce to 1/4 tsp and adjust from there.

Provided by Jostlori

Categories     Stew

Time 2h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 small brown onions, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
1 lb lamb shoulder steak, trimmed of excess fat and cut into small chunks
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, ground
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon clove, ground
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons tomato paste
5 1/4 cups beef stock
3 (10 ounce) cans chickpeas (or less, depending on your taste)
28 ounces tomatoes, diced (use a GOOD quality tomato)
1/2 cup coriander, finely chopped (cilantro)
fresh coriander leaves, for garnish
black olives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan or stockpot. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
  • Add the meat in batches, and cook over high heat until the meat is browned on all sides. Return all the meat to the pan.
  • Add the spices and bay leaf to the pan and cook until fragrant. Add the tomato paste and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add the stock to the pan, stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Add the chickpeas, tomato and chopped coriander to the pan. Stir, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, or until the meat is tender. Stir occasionally. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve garnished with coriander leaves and small black olives.

sijan gaming
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The lamb was so tender and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Sherri Knight
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This harira soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very flavorful and satisfying. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Kisakye Priscilla
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This soup was a disappointment. The lamb was tough and the broth was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


xx fish naz
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This soup is a must-try! The combination of lamb, chickpeas, and coriander is simply divine. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mudassoar kham
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It was so flavorful and satisfying. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Walner Moncher
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The soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices. Other than that, the soup was fine.


Ciera Dawson
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This soup was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just because I added too much cayenne pepper. Next time I'll be sure to use less. Other than that, the soup was very flavorful and satisfying.


mdnishan shoikot
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the leftovers are just as good the next day. I love the addition of the coriander, it really gives the soup a unique flavor.


Kayleigh
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the lamb is incredibly tender. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying soup.


Ramanan Akali
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The harira soup was delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfect. The lamb was so tender and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Winnie Mayanja
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Just made this soup and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the lamb, chickpeas, and coriander. The soup was also very filling and satisfying.


Gum
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This harira soup is a true delight! The lamb is tender and flavorful, the chickpeas are perfectly cooked, and the broth is rich and aromatic. I especially love the hint of coriander, which adds a lovely freshness to the dish.