Libyan Soup (Sharba) - شربة ليبية

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are nutritious and often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile and is healthier.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach offers nutrients while dried herbs are cost-effective.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in tomato paste and chopped tomato, cooking until softened.

Add chicken leg pieces and brown on all sides.

Incorporate chickpeas, orzo, cayenne pepper, turmeric, dried crushed mint, and salt; stir to combine.

Pour in hot water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and let simmer until chicken is cooked through.

Finish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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