Hearty Moroccan Chickpea Soup Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Moroccan Chickpea Soup combining tender chickpeas, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic spices simmered to perfection. This comforting soup is perfect for a nourishing meal that highlights traditional Moroccan flavors with a simple yet robust spice blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (or 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed)
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chickpeas: If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook until tender. If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Spices: Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon into the onions and garlic, cooking for about 1-2 minutes to release the spices’ aromas.
- Combine Ingredients: Add chopped tomatoes and cooked chickpeas to the pot. Stir well to coat the chickpeas with the spices and tomatoes.
- Simmer the Soup: Pour in vegetable broth or water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently for 30 to 40 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the soup to thicken slightly.
- Season to Taste: Season with salt and black pepper as needed. Adjust spices if desired.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve warm with crusty bread or flatbread.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup and then mix it back in.
- Can be made vegan by using vegetable broth and skipping any optional additions like yogurt toppings.
- Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day.
- Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving brightens the flavors.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper depending on your preferred spice level.
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