How to Make Harira (Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup)
Recipe Information
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.
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.
Heat 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add 1 diced onion and 2 ribs of celery; sauté for about 7 minutes until softened and translucent.
Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon fresh ginger and 5 minced cloves of garlic; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons coriander, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper flakes; sauté for another minute.
Add 1/2 cup minced cilantro and 1/4 cup minced parsley; stir well.
Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and 4 cups water; bring to a simmer.
Add 1 can of drained and rinsed chickpeas and 1 cup of rinsed brown lentils; stir to combine.
Partially cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes and 1/2 cup orzo; partially cover and simmer for 7 minutes.
Add 4 ounces chopped swiss chard; stir and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Turn off the heat and add 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup minced parsley, and 1/4 cup minced cilantro.
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