HARIRA SOUP
Harira, a savory Moroccan soup made with dried legumes - lentil, chickpeas, fava beans - is traditionally cooked with lamb or lamb broth, but this version is vegetarian. Though it is typically eaten to break the fast during Ramadan, it is served throughout the rest of the year as well. The soup tastes best the following day, when flavors have melded, but may thicken when refrigerated. Thin with water or broth when reheating, and adjust the salt.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories soups and stews, appetizer
Time 2h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Put olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed soup pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened and lightly colored, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, pepper, turmeric, cumin, cayenne, saffron and cinnamon. Cook for about 2 minutes more.
- Add tomato, celery leaves and cilantro and bring to a brisk simmer. Cook, stirring, about 5 minutes, until mixture thickens somewhat, then add 1 teaspoon salt, the brown lentils, red lentils and dried favas. Add 8 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer, covered with the lid ajar.
- Let soup simmer for 30 minutes, then taste broth and adjust salt. Cook for 1 hour more at a gentle simmer, until the legumes are soft and creamy. It may be necessary to add more liquid from time to time to keep soup from being too porridge-like. It should be on the thick side, but with a pourable consistency. (With every addition of water, taste and adjust for salt.)
- Just before serving, add pasta and let cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle soup into small bowls and pass lemon wedges for squeezing.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 302, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 353 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Carmen Rahman
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's very flavorful and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mst Srity
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Yeasin20 Arafat
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.
Sunny Awan
[email protected]This soup was a disappointment. It was bland and the vegetables were mushy. I wouldn't recommend it.
Pancho Villa
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Deshi Artist
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of harira soup, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The broth was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked well. I would recommend it to someone who is looking for a new soup recipe to try.
Samuel Hailu
[email protected]This soup is just okay. I found it to be a bit bland and the vegetables were overcooked. I wouldn't make it again.
Laizu Sultana
[email protected]I tried this recipe for the first time last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The soup was hearty and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Crystal Harmon
[email protected]This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex. I love the hint of sweetness from the tomatoes and the warmth from the spices. It's definitely a keeper.
Steven Salcido
[email protected]Harira soup is a staple in my household. It's comforting, flavorful, and easy to make. I love the combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.