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Harira
Fry onion, celery and optional lamb. Add tomato, spices, lentils and water. Simmer 35 minutes.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Harira take?
1 hr 10 min all in โ 20 min prep, 50 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Stockpot.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.
What can I use instead?
Lamb โ Skip it. A vegetarian harira is a real pot.
Any tips from this recipe?
Broken vermicelli in the last 5 minutes is a Fassi extra. Smoked paprika is not traditional. Paprika is sometimes there.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.