Moroccan Harira Soup with Lamb

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often cheaper and provide similar texture.

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Dried beans are a cost-effective protein alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive while maintaining cooking properties.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and spices; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced lamb and brown on all sides, about 5-8 minutes.

Incorporate tomato passata and cook until heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Add soaked chickpeas, lentils, and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, until meat is tender.

Stir occasionally, adding more water if needed to maintain consistency.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Add chopped parsley and cilantro; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Serve hot with additional herbs and lemon wedges.

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