Harira (Algerian Lentil and Chickpea Soup)

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils (rinsed)
• 1/2 cup chickpeas (soaked overnight or canned)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 2 tomatoes (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup celery (chopped)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 liter vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onions, garlic, celery, and cook until soft.
2. Add cumin, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir for a few minutes until fragrant.
3. Add tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and broth. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
4. Stir in the chopped cilantro and parsley.
5. Serve the soup hot with lemon wedges on the side.