Tunisian Soup

Ingredients

• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and red pepper. Cook until the vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Stir to combine.
4. Add the vegetable broth, chickpeas, and tomatoes with juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Add the parsley and cilantro. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper, if needed.
7. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Tunisian cuisine is a mix of Mediterranean, Berber, Middle Eastern, and Arabian influences.
• Tunisian soups are traditionally served with couscous.
• Cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon are all popular spices used in Tunisian cooking.