Harira (Moroccan Chickpea Soup) Recipe

Name: Harira (Moroccan Chickpea Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces dried garbanzo beans, soaked overnight and drained (225g); 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped; ½ teaspoon saffron thread; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 5 pints water (3 litres); 4 ounces rice (100g); 3 tablespoons flour; 6 fluid ounces water (175ml); 1 lemon, juice of; 2 eggs, lightly beaten; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

8 ounces dried garbanzo beans, soaked overnight and drained (225g)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
½ teaspoon saffron thread
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5 pints water (3 litres)
4 ounces rice (100g)
3 tablespoons flour
6 fluid ounces water (175ml)
1 lemon, juice of
2 eggs, lightly beaten
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

1
Put the chickpeas, onion, olive oil, parsley, saffron and cinnamon into a large, heavy saucepan.
2
Mix well, and heat for about 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
3
Add the 5 pints of water, stir, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer for about an hour, or until the chickpeas are cooked.
4
Please note that chickpeas seem to vary wildly in their cooking times, so do keep an eye on it!
5
Add the rice, return to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the rice is cooked (10-15 minutes for the sort of rice I use).
6
When the rice is just cooked, beat the flour and 6 fl oz water into a smooth paste and stir it into the soup.
7
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for a further 15 minutes.
8
Remove the soup from the heat, add the lemon juice, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
If the soup is too thick for your liking, you can add more boiling water to thin it down a bit.
10
Stir in the lightly beaten eggs, and allow to stand for a few minutes until the eggs are cooked.
11
Serve hot.

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces dried garbanzo beans, soaked overnight and drained (225g), 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, Harira (Moroccan Chickpea Soup) 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.

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Harira (Moroccan Chickpea Soup)

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Variations & substitutions

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