Libyan Soup
Serves 4-6
My husband spotted this recipe in the Financial Times - and very occasionally we come across some excellent recipes - always fun to try out!
Ingredients:2 tbs olive oil
1 large onion, peeled and finely sliced
500g stewing lamb, chopped
400g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 tbsp tomato puree
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp turmeric
Seasoning
1 litre water
1 tbsp dried mint
Juice and zest of one lemon
AND THIS IS WHAT YOU DO…
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat and fry the onions until softened.
- Add the lamb, chickpeas, tomato puree, spices and seasoning and cook for a few minutes more, stirring occasionally.
- Cover the mixture with water, stir, then simmer with the lid on for 30-45 minutes or until the lamb is cooked.
- Add extra water if required and adjust the seasoning according to taste.
- Stir in the crushed mint about 10 minutes before the end, then add the lemon, just before serving.