Algerian Chorba (Vegetarian)

Algerian version of the Middle Eastern chorba or stew. Great way to get your veggies. From Spark recipes.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Yields: 8 one cup servings

Ingredients

• 1  onion
• 2  garlic cloves
• 2  tablespoons cilantro
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  carrots, cut into large pieces
• 1  large potato, cut into large pieces
• 1 1⁄2 cups  butternut squash, cut into large pieces
• 2  tablespoons tomato paste
• 1  cup garbanzo beans
• 2  tablespoons  bulgher  wheat
• 8  cups water
• 1  teaspoon salt
•  pepper, to taste
• 1  teaspoon paprika
• 1  pinch cayenne (optional)

Directions

1. Sautee onions and garlic in olive oil until onion is translucent. Add cilantro and veggies and spices and stir it around, then add water and cover.
2. Let cook over medium heat until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Take vegetables out when tender and mash or puree, then return to the pot.
4. Add tomato paste, garbanzos, and bulgher wheat, cook another 10- 15 minutes. Add additional water if necessary (if soup looks too thick while cooking).