MOROCCAN RAMADAN SOUP

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In Morocco and throughout the Middle East, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset during the holy month of Ramadan. The traditional evening meal is harira, a full-bodied soup with an earthy, spicy flavor. This particular version is a cross between a soup and a stew. For an even heartier dish, serve steamy ladlefuls over white rice. From THE BEST OF THE MEDITERRANEAN by Sandra Glock.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 2h45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup dried garbanzo beans, rinsed, picked over (4-ounces)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
3/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 pinch saffron thread
3/4 lb boneless lamb, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 cups crushed canned tomatoes
5 1/3 cups water
1/2 cup lentils, rinsed, picked over (4-ounces)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, soak peas in cold water to cover overnight; drain.
  • In a Dutch oven, melt the butter over low heat.
  • Stir in the cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, paprika, pepper, and saffron, and cook 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the lamb, onions, parsley, and coriander, and cook, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes, or until the onions are soft.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add the water and chick peas.
  • Heat to boiling over medium heat and simmer, partially covered, 1 hour.
  • Stir in the lentils and simmer, partially covered, 45 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and salt, and cook 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.3, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 76.5, Sodium 1071.2, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 7.3, Protein 22.9

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