Chorba

Name: Chorba
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tunisian
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp harissa paste; 1 can canned chickpeas, drained; 1 can diced tomatoes; 6 cups vegetable broth; 1/4 tsp ground cumin; 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp salt

Fragrant North African soup with chickpeas, tomatoes, and warming spices. A nourishing Tunisian classic that's comforting, aromatic, and soul-warming.

40 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

TunisianSoupStovetopVegetarian

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp harissa paste
1 can canned chickpeas, drained
1 can diced tomatoes
6 cups vegetable broth
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1/2 diced onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
3

Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4

Add 1 tbsp harissa paste and cook for 1 minute.
5

Add 1 can drained canned chickpeas, 1 can diced tomatoes, 6 cups vegetable broth, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.
6

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
7

Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.

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Questions

How long does Chorba take?

As written, 40 minutes: 10 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (20 minutes): "Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld."

Is there a substitute for harissa in Chorba?

The entry for Chorba calls for 1 tbsp harissa paste. In its place: Mix a chili paste such as sambal oelek or sriracha with a pinch each of ground cumin, coriander and caraway, plus a little olive oil.

Can I use dried beans instead of canned in Chorba?

Yes. One 15-ounce can is about one and a half cups of cooked beans, which comes from a generous half cup dried. Soak them overnight and simmer until tender before you start the recipe. As written, the entry for Chorba uses 1 can canned chickpeas, drained.

Is Chorba spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Chorba comes from 1 tbsp harissa paste. For a milder plate, start with half the harissa and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

How many calories are in Chorba?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 280 calories, with 12 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat, plus 9 g fiber and 720 mg sodium.

Can I freeze Chorba?

Yes. Refrigerate Chorba for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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