North African Lamb Harira Stew Recipe

Name: North African Lamb Harira Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5.25 oz dried chickpeas; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 None lamb shanks; 1 None onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 2 tsp cumin; 1 tsp coriander; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves picked, stems finely chopped; None Pinch pinch saffron threads, soaked in 1 tablespoon hot water; 8 1/2 cups chicken stock; 2 x 14 oz cans chopped tomatoes; 1/2 cup brown rice; 1 None carrot, chopped; None None Lemon juice, to taste

Servings: persons

5.25 oz dried chickpeas
2 tbsp olive oil
2 None lamb shanks
1 None onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves picked, stems finely chopped
None Pinch pinch saffron threads, soaked in 1 tablespoon hot water
8 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 x 14 oz cans chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup brown rice
1 None carrot, chopped
None None Lemon juice, to taste

1
Place chickpeas in a bowl and cover with cold water. Soak overnight. Drain well.
2
Heat oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan on medium. Cook lamb shanks for 6-8 minutes, turning, until browned all over. Set aside.
3
Saute onion and garlic in same pan for 2-3 minutes, until tender. Stir in spices, cilantro stems and saffron. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
4
Return lamb to pan with stock and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 2 hours.
5
Add chickpeas, rice and carrot to pan. Simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are tender.
6
Shred lamb meat and discard bones. Return lamb to soup. Season to taste. Stir in lemon juice and top with cilantro leaves.

1245

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

177

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5.25 oz dried chickpeas, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 None lamb shanks, 1 None onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, North African Lamb Harira Stew 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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North African Lamb Harira Stew

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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