Fragrant Tunisian Lablabi with Coriander Yogurt Drizzle

Name: Fragrant Tunisian Lablabi with Coriander Yogurt Drizzle
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: 1 cup dried chickpeas; 6 cups water; 1 onion; 4 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon harissa; Salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons fresh coriander; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Salt; Fresh coriander leaves; Lemon wedges

A hearty chickpea soup with zesty yogurt topping

Lablabi is a classic Tunisian chickpea soup, wonderfully aromatic and comforting, served with a refreshing coriander yogurt drizzle.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Soup

1 cup dried chickpeas

soaked overnight

6 cups water

1 onion

finely chopped

4 garlic cloves

minced

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1 tablespoon harissa

Salt and pepper

to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Coriander Yogurt Drizzle

1 cup plain yogurt

2 tablespoons fresh coriander

finely chopped

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Salt

to taste

For the Garnish

Fresh coriander leaves

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Preparing the Chickpeas

Drain and Rinse Chickpeas

Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.

Add Chickpeas to Pot

Add chickpeas and 6 cups of water to a large pot and bring to a boil.

Simmer Chickpeas

Reduce heat and simmer for 45–60 minutes until tender.

Ensure chickpeas are fully cooked before seasoning further.

Preparing the Soup Base

Heat Olive Oil

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Sauté Onion and Garlic

Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.

Toast and Add Spices

Stir in cumin, coriander, and harissa, cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Toast spices lightly before adding for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Process

Cooking the Soup

Add cooked chickpeas to the soup base along with their cooking liquid, simmering for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Making the Yogurt Drizzle

Mix yogurt, coriander, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl, and chill until serving.

Plating & Serving