Lamb Shawarma Chickpea Soup
Lamb Shawarma Chickpea Soup is a heartwarming dish that marries tender ground lamb with the nutty flavor of chickpeas and aromatic spices. Each bowlful is a comforting escape to the bustling streets of the Middle East, perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. This easy-to-make soup is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings friends and family together, delivering warmth with every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground lamb to the pot, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned evenly (6-8 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon; let the spices mingle for about 2 minutes.
- Add rinsed chickpeas and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer. Let it bubble gently for about 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice and chopped herbs before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with additional herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding spinach or swapping chickpeas for lentils. For added depth, consider incorporating cayenne pepper for heat.