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HARIRA ÉCONOMIQUE POUR L'HIVER

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Harira

Cultural Context

Harira is a traditional Moroccan soup, often enjoyed during Ramadan to break the fast. It symbolizes hospitality and community, typically served with dates and bread. This nourishing dish has variations across North Africa, adapting to local ingredients and preferences, making it a beloved staple in many households.

MoroccanMAmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup chickpeas
1 cup lentils
2 cups tomatoes, diced
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1/2 cup fresh herbs, chopped
1 tablespoon spices
1 lb beef, cubed
1 lb chicken, cut into pieces
1/4 cup olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup flour
6 cups water
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: vegetable broth

Chicken is leaner, and vegetable broth can be more economical.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: canned chickpeas

💰Cheaper: dried chickpeas

Canned chickpeas save time, while dried are often less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible, and frozen can be cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is often cheaper.

1

Soak chickpeas overnight in water.

2

Drain and rinse the chickpeas.

3

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

4

Add chopped onions, celery, and carrots; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

5

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

6

Add soaked chickpeas, lentils, and spices; mix well.

7

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

8

Reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, until chickpeas are tender.

9

Blend a portion of the soup for a creamy texture, if desired.

10

Stir in fresh herbs and lemon juice before serving.

11

Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.

12

Serve hot with bread.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

large potblendercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Moroccan soupHarira soup

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