Harira

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Harira is the soup that Moroccans traditionally use to break the fast every night of Ramadan. Season to taste with mint leaves, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.

Submitted by Tali

Updated on April 6, 2024

9

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

2 hrs 30 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 50 mins

Servings:

6

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Ingredients

1 pound cubed lamb meat
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
¾ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons margarine
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes, juice reserved
7 cups water
¾ cup green lentils
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
4 ounces vermicelli pasta
2 eggs, beaten
1 lemon, juiced

Directions

Combine lamb, onions, celery, cilantro, margarine, pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne in a large soup pot over low heat. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Pour in tomatoes (without juice) and simmer for 15 minutes.
Add water, reserved tomato juice, and lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 50 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add garbanzo beans and vermicelli pasta. Cook until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Stir in eggs and lemon juice and cook for 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

467	Calories
17g	Fat
50g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 467
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g	21%
Saturated Fat 6g	29%
Cholesterol 116mg	39%
Sodium 594mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 13g	48%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 29g	59%
Vitamin C 38mg	42%
Calcium 86mg	7%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 689mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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