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Mauritanian Harira (Tomato Lentil Soup)

Mauritanian Harira (Tomato Lentil Soup)

Mauritania

90Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

A hearty tomato broth thick with lentils, chickpeas and tender meat, brought to northern Mauritania by Moroccan influence and eaten to break the Ramadan fast.

Equipment
  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Ladle
Ingredients
Lamb or beef, cubed400 g
Brown or green lentils¾ cup
Chickpeas, cooked1 cup
Onions2
Tomatoes4
Tomato paste2 tbsp
Celery2 stalks
Fresh coriander and parsley1 bunch
Plain flour3 tbsp
Ginger, ground1 tsp
Turmeric½ tsp
Cinnamon½ tsp
Black pepper1 tsp
Vegetable oil3 tbsp
Water7 cups
Saltto taste

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