Harira Pie

Harira Pie is a delightful vegetarian twist on traditional Moroccan flavors, combining a rich tomato and lentil filling with fragrant spices, all encased in a flaky pastry. This dish is perfect for sharing and brings the warmth of Moroccan cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Cold water - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 50 ml
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Lentils (red or green) - 100 grams
• Canned chickpeas - 100 grams, drained and rinsed
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Fresh coriander - 20 grams, chopped
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the olive oil and cold water gradually, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
2. In a pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Stir in the lentils, canned diced tomatoes, chickpeas, vegetable broth, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, black pepper, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the lentils are tender and the mixture thickens. Stir in the fresh coriander and remove from heat.
4. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Roll out the rested dough on a floured surface into a large circle, about 3-4 mm thick.
5. Transfer the rolled dough to a greased pie dish, allowing the edges to hang over. Pour the lentil and vegetable mixture into the pie crust.
6. Fold the overhanging dough over the filling, creating a rustic edge. Brush the top with a little olive oil.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
8. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Cut into wedges and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from lentils and chickpeas.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes satiety.

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