Tunisian Hsou from Tozeur

"A hearty soup/stew from the desert region of Tunisia. Adapted from "Tunisia: Mediterranean Cuisine" published by Konemann. Note: there are a number of good recipes for harissa on Food.com, or you can just purchase it if your local store carries it. Also note: I listed this as "Libyan" in the recipe sifter because there's not an option for "Tunisian" or a generic "North African". I figured since Libya and Tunisia are neighbors, it was the best choice."
 
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Ready In:
45mins
Ingredients:
11
Yields:
6 bowls
Serves:
6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Chop the onion in a food processor until it is finely chopped.
  • Chop the celery ribs and garlic in a food processor until they are finely chopped.
  • In a thick-bottomed pot, saute the onion in the olive oil. Cook until onions are soft and sweet.
  • Stir in tomato paste, harissa, paprika, caraway, and coriander. Season with salt and pepper and stir to mix.
  • Add celery and garlic and stir to mix.
  • Add 4 cups of water. Stir well. Bring to the boil and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Add semolina and stir. Simmer another 10 minutes.
  • Scoop out the flesh from the lemon. Chop coarsely and add to soup. Simmer another 5 minutes.

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