Harira (Moroccan Tomato and Lentil Soup)

Ingredients

  • ½ lb. uncooked meat (lamb, beef or chicken), chopped into 1/2” pieces
  • several soup bones (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 bunch cilantro (coriander), finely chopped to yield about 1/4 cup
  • 1 bunch parsley, finely chopped to yield about 1/4 cup
  • 1 or 2 celery stalks with leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 large onion, grated
  • 1 handful of dry chick peas, soaked and then peeled
  • 1 tablespoon smen (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric or ¼ teaspoon yellow colorant
  • 6 large tomatoes (about 2 lb. or 1 kg), peeled, seeded and pureed
  • 2 to 3 tbsp dry lentils, picked over and washed
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste, mixed evenly into 1 or 2 cups of water
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons uncooked rice OR uncooked broken vermicelli
  • 1 cup flour

Description

Harira Is A Famous Moroccan Soup, And Is Especially Popular In Ramadan. This Classic Recipe Uses Fresh Tomatoes, Chick Peas, And Lentils.

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