This Spiced Moroccan Harira is a warm, fragrant hug in a bowl. Packed with earthy spices and hearty lentils, it’s a comforting dish that balances deep flavors with a bright, fresh finish. The slow-sautéed veggies, cumin, cinnamon, and cardamom make it rich and aromatic, while the dollop of yogurt and squeeze of lemon bring the perfect tang. It’s an effortless yet impressive bowl of soul-soothing goodness. Perfect for cozy nights or a nourishing lunch!
3.4 tbsp olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2.6 oz tomato purée
1 x 14 oz can finely chopped tomatoes
4.2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
125g red lentils = 4.4 oz red lentils
1 x 14 oz can chickpeas, drained
1 x 14 oz can green lentils, drained
Large handful of fresh coriander, finely chopped
Large handful of flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
For the spice mix:
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp turmeric
½ tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground cardamom
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
To serve:
Lemon wedges
Natural yoghurt, for drizzling
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
50ml olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
75g tomato purée
1 x 400g tin finely chopped tomatoes
1 litre chicken or veg stock
125g red lentils
1 x 400g tin chickpeas, drained
1 x 400g tin green lentils, drained
Large handful of fresh coriander, finely chopped
Large handful of flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
For the spice mix:
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground cardamom
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
To serve:
Lemon wedges
Natural yoghurt, for drizzling
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling