Description
Lamb Shawarma Chickpea Soup is a warm, comforting dish that combines tender lamb, hearty chickpeas, and a medley of aromatic spices. This bowl of goodness is perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, offering rich flavors that evoke the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine. Each spoonful provides a satisfying blend of textures and tastes, making it an ideal choice for dinner parties or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless lamb shoulder, cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear cubed lamb until browned on all sides.
- Remove lamb from the pot; sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add diced carrots and tomato paste; stir until tomato paste darkens slightly.
- Incorporate spices (cumin, coriander, paprika) into the mixture.
- Return lamb to the pot along with chickpeas and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer; cover and cook for about 60 minutes or until lamb is tender.
- Before serving, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the soup; garnish with herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg