Chorba

Ingredients

• Water (6 cups)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Cayenne pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Paprika (1 teaspoon)
• Cumin (1 teaspoon)
• Turmeric (1 teaspoon)
• Parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Chickpeas (1 cup, cooked)
• Tomatoes (2, chopped)
• Potatoes (2, diced)
• Carrots (2, diced)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 large, finely chopped)
• Lamb meat (500 grams, cubed)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the cubed lamb meat and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Add the diced carrots, potatoes, and chopped tomatoes. Stir well.
5. Add the cooked chickpeas, chopped cilantro, and parsley. Mix everything together.
6. In a small bowl, combine the turmeric, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
7. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the ingredients in the pot. Stir to coat everything evenly.
8. Pour in the water and bring the soup to a boil.
9. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chorba simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
10. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!