MOROCCAN LENTIL AND CHICKPEA SOUP

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Categories     Bean     Leafy Green     Soup/Stew     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 batch 2 tsp ground coriander ;2 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin ;1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/3 cup olive oil ;1 large onion chopped fine ;2 ribs celery chopped fine; 5 cloves garlic pressed ;1 tbsp ginger grated ;1/2 cup cilantro minced; 1/4 cup parsley minced; 4 cups chicken broth or ; 4 cups water ;1 can chickpeas 15 ounces, rinsed ;1 cup brown lentils picked over and rinsed ;1 can crushed tomatoes 28 ounces ;1/2 cup orzo ;4 oz Swiss chard cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tbsp lemon juice;1/4 cup cilantro minced; 1/4 cup parsley minced ;1 tsp salt or to taste, use grey salt if available; pepper to taste ;lemon wedges; harissa

Steps:

  • Preheat a large Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the olive oil and add the onion and celery once the oil starts to shimmer. Cook and stir frequently for about 7-8 minutes. The veggies should just start to brown at this point. (It's nice to sip on a drink during this step.) 3 Bring the heat down to medium and add the garlic and ginger. Cook and stir for about 1 minute or until fragrant. 4 Push the veggies to the perimeter of the pot and add the spice mix to the center. Bloom the spices by mixing over the heat for about 1 minute, then mix the spices into the veggies. 5 Add the cilantro and parsley. Stir and cook for about 1 minute. 6 Add the broth, water, chickpeas, and lentils. Increase the heat to high and stir to combine. Once the mixture starts to simmer, drop the heat to medium low. Partially cover the pot and cook for about 20 minutes until the lentils become tender. 7 Add the tomatoes and orzo. Increase the heat to high again and stir to combine. Once the soup simmers, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, partially covered, for 7 minutes. 8 Mix in the chard and cook partially covered for about 5 more minutes. 9 Transfer the pot away from the heat and add lemon juice, cilantro, and parsley (save a few pinches of herbs to garnish individual bowls). Season with salt and pepper. 10 Top each bowl with some herbs and serve with a lemon wedge on the side. Garnish with harissa if available.

Uttam Thapa
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very affordable and easy to make.


Amiru Ismail
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I'm not usually a fan of lentil soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Faisal pathan
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This is one of the best lentil soups I've ever had. The recipe is simple to follow and the results are amazing.


Melat Dmtsu
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I love how versatile this soup is. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


MD Rubel Hossain
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils and chickpeas. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mahummad Usama
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I'm a big fan of Moroccan cuisine and this soup did not disappoint! The spices were perfectly balanced and the lentils and chickpeas were cooked to perfection.


Basit Glass
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5 stars! This soup is now a staple in my household. It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect.


Bud McCollum
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and how well the lentils and chickpeas worked together.


Ansa Abid
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Easy to follow recipe and the end results were delicious! My family loved it!


Ben Bouissieres
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This soup is a flavor explosion! The combination of lentils, chickpeas, and spices creates a rich and hearty broth that is simply irresistible. I love that it's also packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.


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