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20-Min Harira

Moroccan warming lentil-chickpea soup with lamb, warming spices, and a bright tomato finish. One pot, dinner-ready in 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
28g
20-Min Harira
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Brown ground lamb in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking up clumps with a spoon, ~5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add diced onion and cook, stirring, until softened and fragrant, ~3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in harissa paste, then add tomatoes, chickpeas, lentils, and broth.

  4. Step 4

    Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered until lentils are tender, ~10 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and season with salt and pepper to finish.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot, ladled into bowls.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot or Dutch oven
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • ladle

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