Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

chopped

3 unit

garlic cloves

mashed and chopped

1 unit

jalapeno pepper

sliced in rings

1 unit

carrot

sliced in rings

1 unit

celery rib

diced

1 cup

butternut squash

1 quart

tomatoes

canned, drained, finely chopped

3 cup

chicken broth

1 cup

garbanzo beans

cooked

1 unit

lemon

juice of

1 tbsp

basil

1 tbsp

coriander

finely crushed

1 tbsp

cumin

freshly ground

1 tsp

turmeric

1 tsp

cinnamon

ground

1 tsp

ginger

ground

1 tsp

paprika

sweet

1 tsp

saffron

Step 1
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2
~4 min

Sauté chopped onion and mashed garlic until softened.

Step 3
~4 min

Add sliced jalapeno pepper, carrot rings, and diced celery to the pot.

Step 4
~4 min

If using fresh butternut squash, add it to the pot with the other vegetables. Otherwise, wait until later.

Step 5
~4 min

Turn up the heat and quickly cook the vegetables for a few minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Add canned tomatoes (drained and chopped), chicken broth, and cooked garbanzo beans to the pot.

Step 7
~4 min

If using frozen butternut squash, add it now.

Step 8
~4 min

Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9
~4 min

Add basil, crushed coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and sweet paprika to the soup.

Step 10
~4 min

Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11
~4 min

Stir in the juice of one lemon.

Step 12
~4 min

Garnish with saffron threads before serving.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve hot with whole wheat bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream for extra creaminess.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made 1-2 days in advance and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

Offer a variety of toppings, such as chopped cilantro, yogurt, or a squeeze of lemon.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Moroccan Salad
Couscous

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

A staple dish often served during Ramadan and other festive occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid al-Fitr

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Fall
Winter
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

75/100

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