Moroccan haiira soup

Harira, Haira, Hreera Recipe

Name: Harira, Haira, Hreera

Origin: Moroccan / North African traditional soup

Ingredients:

• Lamb chunks (optional) Lentils Chickpeas (soaked) Tomatoes (blended) Tomato paste Onions Celery Fresh coriander Fresh parsley Spices (turmeric
• ginger
• cinnamon
• black pepper) Flour mixture (to thicken) Salt Olive oil Water or broth Vermicelli pasta (optional) Lemon wedges (for serving)

Steps:

1. Sauté the Base: Heat olive oil and fry onions, celery, coriander, and parsley until fragrant
2. Add Meat & Spices: Add lamb pieces (if using) with turmeric, ginger, pepper, and cinnamon
3. Add Tomatoes: Pour blended tomatoes and tomato paste; cook for a few minutes
4. Add Beans: Add chickpeas and lentils, then cover with water or broth
5. Simmer: Cook for 45–60 minutes until everything softens
6. Add Vermicelli: Add pasta during the last 10 minutes
7. Thicken the Soup: Mix flour with water to form a slurry and slowly stir it in to achieve a silky texture
8. Adjust Seasoning: Add salt, taste, and adjust spices
9. Serve: Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs