In this video, you’ll learn how to master the authentic Moroccan dish, Harira. Follow along to create this delicious and traditional soup from scratch!
[Music] hello today we journey to the vibrant Landscapes of Morocco where Aromas of exotic spices fill the air and a culinary tradition as rich as its history awaits we’re making harira a traditional Moroccan soup that’s as comforting as it is flavorful imagine a fragrant blend of tomatoes lentils and chickpeas simmered to Perfection with a melody of spices it’s a symphony of flavors that dance on your palette and warm you from the inside out harira is more than just a soup in Morocco it’s a symbol of hospitality and generosity often served during Ramadan it breaks the Fast and nourishes the soul but don’t wait for a special occasion to savor this delight it’s a versatile dish perfect for a hearty lunch a comforting dinner or even a light supper so put on your aprons and let’s embark on this culinary adventure together before we begin let’s gather our ingredients each playing a vital role in creating the unique flavor profile of Herrera don’t be intimidated by the list many of these spices are likely already gracing your pantry extra virgin olive oil the base of our flavor a generous glug to start one large yellow onion finely chopped for sweetness and depth two celery stocks finely chopped adding a subtle Savory note two large carrots finely chopped for a touch of sweetness and color sea salt to taste enhancing the natural flavors four cloves of garlic minced infusing the soup with its pungent Aroma 1 taspo freshly ground black pepper for a gentle heat 1 tbsp ground turmeric blending its warm earthy notes 1 tbsp ground cumin adding a smoky complexity 1 teaspoon ground ginger a subtle warmth and Zing 1 tpoon ground cinnamon a hint of sweetness and warmth a pinch of cayenne pepper for a touch of heat optional 1400 G can of crushed tomatoes the base of our soup rich and tangy 2 tbsp tomato paste intensifying the Tomato flavor one bunch of fresh cilantro chopped for a fresh citrusy lift half a cup green lentils rinsed for a hearty earthy texture half a cup red lentils rinsed adding a subtle sweetness and creaminess one 400 G can of chickpeas drained and rinsed for a Nutty flavor and protein 1 liter of vegetable or chicken stock forming the base of our soup half a cup long grain rice or broken vermicelli for added texture and hardiness lemon wedges for serving a final touch of brightness now that our ingredients are prepped and ready let’s start building the foundation of our flavorful harira grab a large pot the bigger the better and place it over medium heat drizzle in a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil allow it to Shimmer and then toss in the chopped onions celery and carrots season generously with salt and sauté for about 10 minutes stirring occasionally until the vegetables soften and turn translucent the aroma filling your kitchen will be tantalizing now it’s time to introduce our spice blend add the minced garlic black pepper turmeric cumin Ginger cinnamon and a pinch of cayenne pepper if you like a touch of heat cook for another minute stirring constantly until the spices release their intoxicating fragrance and coat the vegetables with our base beautifully fragrant we’ll now add the ingredients that give Herrera its signature hardiness and depth of flavor pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste stirring well to combine with the spiced vegetables let this mixture simmer for about 5 minutes allowing the tomatoes to cook down and develop a richer Flavor now add the chopped cilantro reserving a small handful for garnishing later next add the rinsed green and red lentils followed by the drained and rinsed chickpeas pour in the vegetable or chicken stock ensuring it covers all the ingredients by a couple of inches bring the soup to a boil then reduce the heat to Low cover and let it simmer for about 45 minutes [Music] as our herera simmers the lentils will soften the chickpeas will become tender and the flavors will melt together beautifully now is the time to add our final ingredient the rice or vermicelli adding rice or vermicelli is a matter of personal preference rice will lend a subtle heartiness while vermicelli provides a delicate silky texture if using rice add it along with the lentils and chickpeas if using vermicelli break it into smaller pieces and add it during the last last 15 minutes of cooking this ensures it doesn’t become mushy continue to simmer the soup for another 15 minutes or until the rice or vermicelli is cooked through remember to stir occasionally to prevent sticking taste and adjust the seasoning with salt pepper or a pinch of cayenne if needed our Moroccan Adventure culminates in a bowl of steaming aromatic harira ready to nourish your body and soul Ladle the soup into bowls ensuring each serving has a generous helping of lentils chickpeas and vegetables garnish with a Sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a wedge of lemon the bright citrusy notes of the lemon cut through the richness of the soup beautifully harira is traditionally served with dates the sweetness of the dates complement the Savory soup perfectly you can also offer crusty bread for dipping or even a simple salad for a light and refreshing accompaniment there you have it A Taste of Morocco in every Spoonful this harira recipe is a celebration of flavor a testament to the power of simple ingredients transformed into something truly special so gather your loved ones share a pot of this hotw Waring soup and Savor The Taste of Morocco in your own home don’t forget to like And subscribe and Bor appetit