Traditional Moroccan Chorba Recipe: Hearty and Flavorful Soup

Here’s a traditional Moroccan Chorba recipe, a comforting soup with a mix of vegetables, meat, and Moroccan spices:

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Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For the Soup:

• 250g (9 oz) lamb, beef, or chicken (cut into small pieces)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 2 tomatoes, peeled and blended
• 1/2 cup chickpeas (soaked overnight or canned)
• 1/3 cup vermicelli noodles
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley and cilantro, chopped
• 4 cups water or broth

Spices:

• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish:

• Lemon wedges
• Fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

1. Sauté the Meat and Onion
   • In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the meat and onion, and sauté until the meat is browned and the onion is soft.
2. Add Vegetables and Spices
   • Stir in the carrots, zucchini, potatoes, and blended tomatoes.
   • Add the turmeric, ginger, paprika, cinnamon (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Simmer the Soup
   • Pour in the water or broth and add the chickpeas.
   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40-50 minutes (or until the meat and vegetables are tender).
4. Add Vermicelli and Tomato Paste
   • Stir in the tomato paste and vermicelli noodles. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the noodles are cooked. Adjust seasoning as needed.
5. Serve
   • Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.

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Enjoy this warm and flavorful Moroccan Chorba with crusty bread or flatbread! Let me know if you’d like tips for variations. 😊