CHICKPEA HARISSA SOUP
When the day calls for soup but your schedule doesn't, look to an assertive ingredient that doesn't require hours of simmering to extract flavor. Harissa, a North African chile paste, packs a punch right out of the jar (brands range in heat levels, though, so adjust quantity to taste). Dump in 2 cans of chickpeas: The starchy, seasoned liquid thickens the soup quickly. Besides that, additional vegetables and toppings you want to add are up to you: Soup should bend to your life, not the opposite.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, beans, soups and stews, main course
Time 30m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot and a pinch of salt, and sauté, stirring occasionally, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cumin and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in the harissa and cook until fragrant, 1 minute.
- Add the chickpeas and their liquid. Fill a can with water, and add that to the pot as well. Season with salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are warmed and the flavors have come together, about 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Now taste it: Add salt, water (if too thick), honey (if too spicy), and/or harissa (if not spicy enough) to your liking. Serve hot, with whichever toppings you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 393, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 609 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams
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hunyar tehsin
[email protected]This is one of my favorite soup recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the way the harissa adds a little bit of spice to the soup.
ibrownn
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and the chickpeas make it so hearty.
Nelly Flores
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling. I love to eat it on a cold winter day.
Marcela Heredia
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes. This chickpea harissa soup is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy.
Susan Ogunyemi
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the chickpeas and the harissa gives it a fun spicy kick.
Sushant Mohonto
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor of the harissa in this soup. It's a great way to add some depth of flavor to a simple soup.
Saras - X
[email protected]This soup is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it ahead of time and then just reheat it when you're ready to serve.
Jakob Luna
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up chickpeas and it's a delicious and healthy meal.
Pearly Choisy
[email protected]This soup is so versatile. You can add or remove vegetables depending on what you have on hand. You can also adjust the amount of harissa to taste.
Md ismail hossen
[email protected]I topped my soup with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. It was the perfect finishing touch.
Kanchon Rishi
[email protected]I used a combination of vegetable broth and chicken broth in this soup and it was delicious. I think the chicken broth added a nice depth of flavor.
Clarissa Hawkins
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed them in this soup. They were cooked perfectly and had a great texture.
Junaid Ahmad
[email protected]I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. It was so easy to just throw all the ingredients in and let it cook all day.
Sk Kawsar
[email protected]This soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the addition of harissa, it gives the soup a nice spicy kick.
Katleho Tshabalala
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.
Asela Udaya
[email protected]This is one of my favorite soup recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of chickpeas, harissa, and vegetables.
Sami King
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint. The soup was easy to make and very flavorful.
mariza kouninioti
[email protected]This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the chickpeas were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.