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Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe

Moroccan harira soup is the definition of comfort food. With tender lamb, hearty legumes such as lentils and chickpeas, herbs and lemon juice, this soup is perfect for any day of the week!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 224 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Moroccan

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless lamb cut into ½ inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large onion cut into chunks
  • 2 celery stalks cut into chunks
  • 2 large tomatoes cut into chunks
  • 1 cup parsley finely chopped
  • ½ cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅔ cup brown lentils
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1½ cups water
  • 1 can canned chickpeas 15 oz
  • ½ cup vermicelli noodles
  • 1 lemon juice of

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the lamb pieces until light in color, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Once the lamb is browned, add the tomato paste and stir to coat the meat. Then, add the ground ginger, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric and black pepper to the pot and stir well to combine for about 1–2 minutes.
  3. While the lamb is cooking, in a food processor, mix the onion, celery, and tomatoes. Blend until smooth.
  4. Add this mixture to the pot with the lamb and spices. After that, add the chopped parsley and cilantro. Stir to combine, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the salt followed by the lentils, the chicken broth, and water. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  6. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer gently for about 40 minutes until the lamb is fully cooked, and the lentils are tender.
  7. After the soup has simmered, taste and adjust the seasoning by adding kosher salt if needed.
  8. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Add the chickpeas and vermicelli noodles to the pot. Let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked and tender.
  9. Just before serving, add the juice of 1 lemon to the soup.

Notes

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  • Use Homemade Broth for Extra Flavor: If you have the time, try making your own chicken or vegetable broth for a richer, more flavorful base.
  • Add the Vermicelli at the Right Time: Vermicelli noodles cook quickly! Add them in the last 10 minutes of cooking to prevent them from becoming mushy.

Nutrition Information

Calories 224kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 2mg (1%) Sodium 1112mg (46%) Potassium 646mg (18%) Fiber 12g (48%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1433IU (29%) Vitamin C 33mg (37%) Calcium 82mg (8%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 224

% Daily Value*

Calories 224kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 1112mg 46%
Potassium 646mg 14%
Fiber 12g 48%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1433IU 29%
Vitamin C 33mg 37%
Calcium 82mg 8%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.