This slightly sweet Moroccan chickpea and lentil stew, known as harira, is brightened by spices and lemon.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, and cook 5 minutes. Add chickpeas, stock, and water, and simmer until tender, about 45 minutes.
- Mash garlic, finely chopped cilantro, and salt into a paste. Add garlic paste, celery, tomatoes, lentils, tomato paste, lemon juice, and spices to pot. Simmer until lentils are tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
- Add pasta and dates, and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente, about 10 minutes. Stir in coarsely chopped cilantro and parsley. Garnish with parsley leaves, and serve with lemon wedges.
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Md Shameem Hossain
[email protected]This stew is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling. I love to serve it with a side of crusty bread.
Jimmy Spaniard
[email protected]I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the stew turned out great. I'm definitely going to be making this again.
Otubanjo Kunle
[email protected]This stew is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a bit of chopped cilantro at the end for a fresh flavor.
Antonio Maceo
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but the flavors are amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Rayhan Hero
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots and celery to mine, and it turned out great.
Teekeay Ngcinela
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, and I'm always looking for new and interesting vegetarian recipes. This stew is definitely a keeper. It's packed with flavor and very satisfying.
Midasnight
[email protected]I made this stew in my slow cooker, and it turned out great. I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning, and dinner was ready when I got home from work.
Fiaz Jind
[email protected]This stew is easy to make and very affordable. It's a great option for a weeknight meal. I like to serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.
Gregory Barnhart
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this stew. The lentils were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were very well-balanced. I'll definitely be making this again.
Madre Payne
[email protected]This stew is so flavorful and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter day. I especially love the addition of the coconut milk, which gives it a creamy and rich flavor.
Sama Khan
[email protected]I made this stew for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This was my first time cooking lentils, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The stew was delicious and very filling. I'm definitely going to be adding this to my regular rotation of meals.
Liz Juliano
[email protected]I've made this stew several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make, and the leftovers are even better the next day. I like to serve it with a side of rice or naan bread.
Shimul Joarder
[email protected]This lentil stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the sweet potatoes and spinach, which added a nice sweetness and texture to the dish. I'll definit