Libyan Shorba

شوربة ليبية · Shorba Lībiyya

Ingredients14

• lamb shoulder500 g
• onion1
• garlic3 cloves
• tomato paste2 tbsp
• chickpeas200 g
• orzo80 g
• olive oil3 tbsp
• turmeric1 tsp
• ground cumin1 tsp
• cinnamon1/2 tsp
• dried mint1 tsp
• lemon1
• fresh parsley20 g
• salt1 tsp

Method

1. Cut the lamb into small cubes and season lightly with salt.
2. Heat the olive oil in a pot and brown the lamb with the chopped onion.
3. Add the minced garlic, tomato paste, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon, and cook until fragrant.
4. Pour in enough water to cover, add the drained chickpeas, and simmer until the meat is tender.
5. Stir in the orzo and cook until the pasta is soft and the soup has thickened slightly.
6. Finish with dried mint, lemon juice, and chopped parsley, then adjust the salt and serve hot.