Sultan's Tent Harira

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant markets of Morocco with Sultan's Tent Harira, a soul-warming and aromatic soup that embodies North African comfort food. Packed with nutrient-rich lentils, tender chickpeas, and delicate vermicelli noodles, this hearty dish is infused with a fragrant medley of cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and paprika. A splash of zesty lemon and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and parsley add a bright, herbaceous finish. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive Ramadan meal, this one-pot wonder is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Serve it hot with crusty bread or alongside sweet dates for an authentic and satisfying Moroccan feast. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is perfect for savoring comforting flavors without hours of prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, finely chopped onion
• 2 finely chopped celery stalks
• 1 large, finely chopped carrot
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 cups crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup, rinsed and drained lentils
• 1.5 cups (or 1 can, rinsed and drained) cooked chickpeas
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock
• 0.5 cup vermicelli noodles
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.5 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in the garlic, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground turmeric, ground cumin, and paprika. Cook for another minute until the spices become fragrant.

Step 3

Add the crushed tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to deepen the flavor.

Step 4

Stir in the lentils, chickpeas, and vegetable or chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Step 5

Add the vermicelli noodles to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the noodles are tender.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk the flour with water to create a smooth slurry. Gradually stir this into the soup to thicken it. Let it cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped cilantro, parsley, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve hot with warm bread or a side of dates for a traditional Moroccan experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2740.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1281.4

Total Fat 56.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7658.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.8g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449.1mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 3131.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.2%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 47.6%