Harira

Harira – a subtle mix of lamb broth, diced lamb, lentils, chick peas, chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic, fresh herbs and spices, thickened at the last minute with fresh (compressed) yeast or flour and beaten eggs – is the traditional ‘break fast’ soup of Ramadan, warming, fortifying and inexpensive. In Morocco, it is often served as a much loved first course for evening meals – or as a supper on its own with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice added by each guest to his own portion at the table.