Harira, not very authentic. Bouillon used: 2 block Knorr Saveur Mouton. 1 tsp. of galangal pieces also used, could be substituted with cardomom, coriander, more ginger, or anything suitable. Actual saffron: 3 threads.

Ingredients

1	oz. bouillon
1/2	cup chickpeas, dried
1/2	cup lentils, dried
4	onions, medium
6	stalks celery
6	cloves garlic
6	oz. tomato paste
15	oz. tomato sauce
1	tsp. black pepper, freshly ground
1	tsp. granulated garlic
1	tsp. ground cumin
1	tsp. ground turmeric
1	tsp. ground cinnamon
1	tsp. cayenne pepper (flakes)
1/2	tsp. ground ginger
1/4	tsp. ground cloves
1	oz. saffron
1	tbsp. apple cider vinegar
2	tbsp. lemon juice

Directions

1. Set bouillon to melt in crockpot or other vessel with small amount of water.
   
   
2. Put in tomato paste and sauce, adding water to dilute.
   
   
3. Put in legumes.
   
   
4. Chop vegetables and add to crockpot, with sufficient water to allow cooking.
   
   
5. Add dried spices.
   
   
6. Cook all day or overnight.
   
   
7. Before serving, add vinegar and lemon juice. Serve with parsley and/or cilantro, and some cinnamon and black pepper to taste.
   
   

Categories

Beans, Main Dish, Moroccan, Slow Cook

Nutritional Analysis

Nutrition Grade 95% confidence

Good points Very low in saturated fat Very low in cholesterol Very high in dietary fiber High in iron Very high in manganese High in potassium High in vitamin C

Bad points High in sugar