Description
Lamb Shawarma Chickpea Soup is a soul-soothing dish that combines tender lamb, creamy chickpeas, and aromatic spices into a hearty, flavorful bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this soup not only warms you from the inside out but also creates lasting memories around the dinner table. Gather your loved ones and savor each comforting spoonful as you share stories and laughter—this delightful recipe is bound to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear lamb chunks until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; cook until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika; cook for another minute to release the spices' aromas.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add rinsed chickpeas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
- For a creamier texture, blend half of the soup with an immersion blender before mixing back in.
- Just before serving, stir in fresh herbs and lemon juice; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg