Harira | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

1 cup chickpeas (soaked overnight and drained)
250 grams of lamb or beef, cut into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup lentils
1/4 cup rice
4 cups beef or chicken broth
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup flour (optional, for thickening)
1 tablespoon tomato paste

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic. Saut√© until the onion is translucent.

Cook the Meat

Add the lamb or beef pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.

Add Spices

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the spices become fragrant.

Add Tomatoes

Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down.

Add Broth and Chickpeas

Pour in the beef or chicken broth. Add the soaked chickpeas and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes.

Add Lentils and Rice

Add the lentils and rice to the pot. Continue to simmer for an additional 20 minutes, or until the lentils and rice are tender.

Thicken the Soup (Optional)

If you prefer a thicker consistency, mix the flour with a small amount of water to make a paste. Stir the paste into the soup and cook for another 10 minutes.

Finish and Serve

Stir in the chopped cilantro, parsley, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.