Harira (Moroccan tomato, lentil and chickpea soup)

A thick Moroccan soup with tomato, lentils, chickpeas and a little meat, spiced with ginger and cinnamon. The traditional first dish to break the Ramadan fast, with dates.

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Method

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1. In a large pot, fry the meat with the onion and celery in the olive oil for 5 minutes. ⏱ Timer: 5 min
2. Add the spices, toss for 1 minute, then add the tomato, tomato paste, half the herbs and the lentils. ⏱ Timer: 1 min
3. Pour in 1.8 L water, season with salt, and cook covered over low heat for 40 minutes, until the meat and lentils are tender. ⏱ Timer: 40 min
4. Add the chickpeas and vermicelli (or rice), and cook for 8-10 minutes. ⏱ Timer: 8 min
5. Mix the flour lump-free with 200 ml cold water, and whisk into the soup, stirring constantly; cook for 5 minutes until creamy and thickened. ⏱ Timer: 5 min
6. Stir in the remaining herbs, and adjust the seasoning with salt.
7. Serve with lemon wedges, and dates on the side.

A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.

Tips

• Can also be made meatless, with vegetable stock, for a vegan version.
• Thickens overnight; thin with a little water when reheating.

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