Chunky Moroccan Harira Soup

This is a chunky, substantial soup that is like a warm belly hug on a cold day! It really is delicious and well worth making. It freezes well and will last 3 days in the fridge too. Serves 6 | Takes 50 minutes to make |Max Low FODMAP serving size: 1.4 portions

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Finely chop the carrots. Add 2 tbsp oil to a large family sized pot (4 litres) and put on a medium heat.

Step 2

Add the carrot, the salt and stir. Add 2 tbsp of water to help the carrots sweat.

Step 3

Cover with a lid and turn down heat to low and sweat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Zest the lemon. Drain and rinse the lentils and chickpeas and add along with the rice, the chopped tomatoes,, the cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, the chilli powder, the cumin, the coriander, the lemon zest and lemon juice, the pepper, and the veg stock/water and turn up heat high, stir a few times, bring to the boil and reduce heat to a simmer for 25-30 minutes.

Step 5

Taste to see that the rice is properly cooked. If it is not cooked, let the soup simmer away until the rice is done.

Step 6

Season with salt and pepper and add the finely diced parsley before serving.