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Harira Moroccan Lamb Stew

i learned how to make this from an ex-boyfriend's mother. this stew has a very unique flavor. you can substitute beef if you prefer.

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Ingredients

  • lamb
  • ground turmeric
  • ground black pepper
  • ground cinnamon
  • ground ginger
  • ground cayenne pepper
  • margarine
  • celery
  • onion
  • red onion
  • fresh cilantro
  • diced tomatoes
  • water
  • green lentil
  • garbanzo beans
  • vermicelli
  • eggs
  • lemon

Preparation

  1. 1place the lamb , turmeric , black pepper , cinnamon , ginger , cayenne , margarine , celery , onion , and cilantro into a large soup pot over a low heat
  2. 2stir frequently for 5 minutes
  3. 3pour tomatoes into the mixture and let simmer for 15 minutes
  4. 4pour tomato juice , 7 cups water , and the lentils into the pot
  5. 5bring the mixture to a boil , then reduce the heat to simmer
  6. 6let soup simmer , covered , for 2 hours
  7. 7about 10 minutes before serving turn the heat to medium-high , place chickpeas and noodles into the soup , let cook about 10 minutes
  8. 8stir in lemon and eggs , let eggs cook 1 minute