Harira
A fragrant Moroccan soup where tender lamb, tomatoes, and legumes meld with bright herbs and warming spices. It’s comforting and hearty yet finishes light thanks to a lemony herb lift and a silked flour-and-egg thickening.
1 lb lamb shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 stalk celery stalk, finely chopped
3 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp sweet paprika
½ tsp dried cilantro or parsley (optional)
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ cup brown lentils, rinsed
¼ cup long-grain rice, rinsed
6 cup chicken broth
½ bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
½ bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 lemon, cut into wedges
1 ½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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