MOROCCAN LENTIL AND CHICKPEA SOUP

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One of the best vegetable soups I've had in ages! Extremely easy to make and very cheap (leave out the saffron if you don't already have any)! This lemony, peppery soup is traditionally enjoyed at the end of a day of fasting during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. This is a vegetarian version of the thick and aromatic soup. More like a stew. From the 2/2007 issue of Canadian House & Home.

Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons butter
2 onions, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper (or more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 pinch saffron (large pinch, crumbled)
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, pureed
1 cup brown lentils
1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
4 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup vermicelli, broken (or orzo or other small pasta)
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In large heavy saucepan or dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onion and celery and cook, covered, for 7-10 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add cinnamon, turmeric, salt, pepper, ginger, hot pepper sauce and saffron. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas and broth. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, for about 40 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  • Stir in noodles and simmer, covered, about 7 minutes longer or until noddles are just tender. In bowl, whisk flour, and 1 cup water until smooth. Whisk flour mixture into soup and simmer, stirring often, for 2-4 minutes or until soup is thickened and no raw flour taste remains.
  • Stir in half of the parsley and cilantro, and all of the lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding up to 1/2 tsp more salt if needed. Garnish with remaining parsley and cilantro.

emeasue1 J
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.


Grace Brock
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin. The lentils and chickpeas are cooked perfectly and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Benyamen khan
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very affordable and easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Awais Alee
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I'm a big fan of Moroccan food and this soup did not disappoint. The flavors are amazing and the soup is very filling. I will definitely be making this again.


King of Pakistan
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of lentils, chickpeas, and vegetables. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fiber and protein.


Sania Kashif
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and filling. I especially like the addition of the chickpeas. They add a nice texture and flavor to the soup.


Henry Lara
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils and chickpeas. It's also a very affordable and healthy meal. I served it with some whole wheat bread and it was a hit with my family.


jael castillo
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin. The lentils and chickpeas are cooked perfectly and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Frida Tshabangu
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! It's a really flavorful and hearty soup. I served it with some crusty bread and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


RAJU FF
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex. I love the combination of spices and the lentils and chickpeas are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Abdul Rafy
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this soup changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.


P3NGU1N
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This soup is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the paprika and cumin. The lentils and chickpeas are cooked perfectly and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Victoria Dorkenu
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it's a healthy and filling soup. I will definitely be making this again.


Niska Bakomadah
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Wow! This soup is amazing! The flavors are so rich and flavorful. I love the combination of lentils, chickpeas, and vegetables. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Victor Moshez
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This soup was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it. The recipe was easy to follow and the soup was ready in no time. I will definitely be adding this to my regular meal rotation.


Quionton Mokgatlhane
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I've tried many lentil soups before, but this one is by far the best. The addition of chickpeas and Moroccan spices gives it a unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


Nabaka Lamulla
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This Moroccan lentil and chickpea soup was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with a perfect balance of spices. The lentils and chickpeas were cooked to perfection, and the vegetables added a wonderful texture and flav


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