Moroccan Harira soup

Published: May 7th, 2023 - Last updated: August 23rd, 2023

Harira is a must-try soup for all spicy food lovers out there. Its aromatic and flavorful profile makes it simply irresistible, not to mention its striking appearance that will surely capture your attention. It's no surprise why this has been the go-to dish in North Africa for centuries, particularly during Ramadan.

The ingredients of harira include tomatoes, lentils and chickpeas with an explosion of spices that elevate its taste even more. Many Moroccans consider harira as one of their top dishes worth experiencing. This mouth-watering delicacy can be enjoyed either at home or while strolling on the streets trying local street foods; it's easy to find almost anywhere!

Just like any other recipe passed down from generations within families and regions - preparation techniques may vary from household to household resulting in unique interpretations but still bearing the same delicious outcome! Did you know? The name Harira comes from Arabic language meaning silk due to its silky texture achieved by adding egg or tedouira (fermented dairy) towards the end of the cooking process.

Recipe informations:

Preparation

15 minutes

Total

50 minutes

Yield

Servings 4

4 (1)

Ingredients

135 g Canned chickpeas
40 g Red lentils
120 g Celery
60 g Carrot
65 g Onion
530 g Canned tomatoes
17 g Tomato paste
20 ml Olive oil

Steps

1. Step

Heat the oil in a large pot and sauté the finely chopped onion and celery until they are softened and fragrant. Add the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and other friendly ingredients to make this soup even more delicious. Then bring it all to a boil. Toss in some peeled, sliced carrots along with rinsed lentils for added nutrition.

2. Step

Mix everything well before letting it simmer over low heat for 25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Finally, add canned chickpeas to give your soup an extra boost of protein! Let them cook gently alongside your other ingredients for another 5 minutes.

3. Step

When the time comes, enhance your completed creation by incorporating some salt and pepper - you could even experiment with cinnamon or zesty paprika if that's your preference. And let's not overlook the importance of presenting this nourishing feast beautifully; add a touch of fresh parsley as a finishing touch right before indulging in every delicious bite!