Essential Soup for Ramadan Harira Recipe

Name: Essential Soup for Ramadan Harira
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can Whole canned tomatoes; 1 large Onion (finely chopped); 2 stick Celery with leaves (finely chopped); 1200 ml Soup stock; 133 ml Coriander; 3 tbsp Unsalted butter; 1 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tsp Cinnamon powder; 1 tsp Black pepper; 200 ml Lentils; 400 ml Chickpeas; 60 grams Capellini; 1 dash Salt

Servings: persons

1 can Whole canned tomatoes
1 large Onion (finely chopped)
2 stick Celery with leaves (finely chopped)
1200 ml Soup stock
133 ml Coriander
3 tbsp Unsalted butter
1 tsp Turmeric powder
1 tsp Cinnamon powder
1 tsp Black pepper
200 ml Lentils
400 ml Chickpeas
60 grams Capellini
1 dash Salt

1
Blend the tomatoes into a rough puree in a food processor.
2
Add the butter, onion, and celery to a saucepan and stir-fry over low heat until the vegetables wilt.
3
Then add the turmeric, pepper, and cinnamon and stir-fry for a further 3 minutes.
4
Next add in the tomato puree, half of the coriander, the chickpeas, and lentils.
5
Then pour in the stock.
6
Bring the mixture to a boil then turn the heat back to low and leave it to simmer without a lid.
7
Simmer until the lentils become soft (this should take around 35 minutes).
8
Break the capellini into 3 cm pieces and add it into the pan just before serving.
9
Leave the capellini to simmer for 3 minutes.
10
You can adjust the thickness of the soup here.
11
Just before pouring the soup into a dish, sprinkle the remaining coriander over the top and adjust the flavour with salt to finish.

360

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can Whole canned tomatoes, 1 large Onion (finely chopped), 2 stick Celery with leaves (finely chopped), 1200 ml Soup stock, and more.

Yes, Essential Soup for Ramadan Harira falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Essential Soup for Ramadan Harira

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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