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Harira

Fry onion, celery and optional lamb. Add tomato, spices, lentils and water. Simmer 35 minutes.

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How long does Harira take?

1 hr 10 min all in — 20 min prep, 50 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.

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 — 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.

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What does it cost to cook?

Cheap night — 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 → 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.

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