Moroccan Harira Soup

Prep time

15min

Cook time

60min

Harira is a traditional Moroccan soup made with chickpeas, lentils, and tomatoes. It’s sure to become a favourite recipe in your house.

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Ingredients:

  • 200 g Chickpeas

  • 100 g Lentils

  • 100 g Sunwhite Medium Grain Rice

  • 1 Brown Onion (finely chopped)

  • 2 stalk Celery Stalks (finely chopped - optional)

  • 3 Tomatoes (large, coarsely chopped)

  • 400 g Lamb Cubes

  • 2 Garlic Cloves (crushed)

  • 2 tbsp Ground Ginger

  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon

  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper

  • 1 tsp Turmeric

  • Saffron

  • 0.5 l Water (boiled)

  • 2 tbsp Flour

  • 125 ml Chicken Stock

  • Cilantro Leaves

  • Salt

  • Ground Black Pepper

  • 1 slice Lemon

Method

  • Soak dried chickpeas overnight in a bowl filled with water; or use canned chickpeas.

  • Melt the butter in a large pot.

  • Fry the onion, celery, and garlic until the onion is tender.

  • Add ginger, cinnamon, pepper, turmeric, and a pinch of saffron, cook until aromas are released.

  • Add the lamb, simmer for 10 minutes so the spices penetrate the meat.

  • Add chickpeas and tomatoes, keep stirring until the tomatoes are tender.

  • Pour in water, and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 35 minutes.

  • Add the lentils and rice.

  • Mix the flour with chicken stock. Pour the mixture into the pan. Continue cooking and stirring until the soup thickens, and the rice is cooked, for about 25 minutes.

  • Remove from heat.

  • Garnish with coriander and lemon slices.

Medium Grain

White medium grain rice is a round, tender and succulent grain, allowing it to lock in moisture when it is cooked. This rice is often used in dishes that require a bit more creaminess, like paella or risotto. It is also ideal in your favourite Middle Eastern, Korean and Spanish dishes.

Characteristics

Medium

Medium

Tender

Tender

Soft

Soft

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