Moroccan cuisine is characterized as being heavily spiced, and this soup is no exception! A traditional dish of Morocco, harira is a spicy soup with a lot of tradition behind it. It is generally served during Ramadan to break the day’s fast, or on special occasions, such as weddings. Bursting with flavor, this really is an impressive soup that is both hearty and satisfying. Despite its Muslim roots, harira actually fulfills a requirement on a Rosh Hashanah seder plate (beans/legumes), and makes for a lovely beginning of the meal. Continue reading →