Authentic Moroccan Soup with Nadia Terry👩🏾‍🍳

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more affordable and still provide protein.

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Dried beans are often less expensive and nutritious.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive while maintaining a neutral flavor.

Soak chickpeas overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.

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

Add chopped onion, celery, and carrot; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger, ground cinnamon, and turmeric; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add chickpeas and lentils; reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender.

Stir in chopped parsley and coriander; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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