This soup called Chorba or Shorba, has wonderful flavor and could be served as a light lunch by itself or as a starter to an Algerian feast. It showcases the many flavors of the area using the spice ras el hanout ( a typical north African spice mix) along with preserved lemons, and cilantro. Make plenty as it freezes beautifully!
Chorba-Shorba (Algerian Chickpea and Chicken Soup)
A spicy and wonderful soup from Algeria
Servings 4
Calories 363kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1b chicken drumsticks about 4-5
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 teaspoons ras el hanout Algerain spice mix
- ½ teaspoon ginger ground
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ teaspoon sweet paprika
- 32 oz. chicken stock
- 32 oz. water
- 15 oz Chickpeas one can about 15 ounces drained
- 15 oz Diced tomatoes 1 can
- ½ preserved lemon finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ½ juice of a lemon
Instructions
- Place olive oil in a large pot and fry the chicken to seal all over.
- Add the spices and fry for another minute
- Add all the other ingredients, except the cilantro, chickpeas and lemon juice.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat, cover and simmer for one hour
- Remove the drumsticks from the pan and add in the chickpeas
- De-bone the chicken and add back into the soup.
- Simmer for 10 more minutes
- Ladle into a serving bowl and garnish with the coriander and lemon juice.
- Serve warm with some bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 499mg | Potassium: 863mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 6mg
great recipe....very tasty soup, ras el hanout makes that soup a little bit spicy;)
Glad you enjoyed it! Sometimes we need a little spice to liven things up!