Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of Lamb Shawarma Chickpea Soup, where tender lamb meets creamy chickpeas in a rich, spice-infused broth. This cozy dish is perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re craving comfort. With aromatic herbs and spices like cumin and coriander, each spoonful transports you to bustling Middle Eastern markets. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this soup is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent; add minced garlic.
- Push the onion mixture aside and add ground lamb. Cook until browned.
- Mix in diced carrots along with cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and rinsed chickpeas; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg