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Harira Soup Recipe

A hearty and flavorful Moroccan dish, known for its rich blend of tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and aromatic spices, making it a delightful and nourishing comfort food.
πŸ‡²πŸ‡¦ Morocco
6 servings
1 hour total
Ingredients

Extra virgin olive oil

1 large yellow onion, finely chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

1 carrot, peeled and chopped

Kosher salt

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 Β½ teaspoons black pepper

1 Β½ teaspoon turmeric

1 teaspoon cumin

Β½ teaspoon ground ginger

Β½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Β½ teaspoon cayenne

2 14- ounce cans crushed tomatoes

3 tablespoons tomato paste

1 cup packed chopped fresh cilantro

1 cup green lentils, rinsed

1 cup red lentils, rinsed

1 14- ounce can chickpeas

7 cups vegetable stock

ΒΌ cup long grain rice, rinsed

Lemon wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat 4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, and carrots. Season with kosher salt and cook for 5 minutes.

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Step 2

Add the garlic and spices and cook for 2 minutes.

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Step 3

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, cilantro, lentils (both green and red), and chickpeas. Cook for 5 minutes.

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Step 4

Add the vegetable broth and raise the heat. Bring to a boil for 5 minutes, then turn the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 45 minutes. If the soup seems to thick - add a bit more broth or water. Β Keep an eye on it, and stir to prevent scorching.

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Step 5

Stir in the rice and cook for another 15 or until the rice is fully cooked. Keep an eye on it, and stir to prevent scorching.

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Step 6

Serve with lemon wedges.

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Step 7

Enjoy!
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