Tunisian · Soup

Quick lablabi chickpea soup

Cumin-scented chickpeas and their lemony broth soak into toasted bread for a substantial bowl. A little harissa adds warmth, while garlic and olive oil keep the ingredients lively and distinct.

VeganEasy4 servings

Ingredients

Original recipe: 4 servings. Ingredient amounts scale below; the method is written for 4 servings. For larger amounts, use separate batches and check doneness.

  • 720 gCanned chickpeas, drained
  • 1000 mlWater
  • 4 cloveGarlic, minced
  • 2 tspGround cumin
  • ¾ tspFine salt
  • 1 tbspVegan harissa paste
  • 3 tbspOlive oil, divided
  • 200 gDay-old unseeded dairy-free wheat bread, cubed
  • 3 tbspLemon juice
  • 10 gParsley, chopped

Make it

  1. Put the chickpeas, water, garlic, cumin, salt and harissa in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, toss the bread with 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet. Toast over medium heat for 6–8 minutes, turning until the edges are crisp.
  3. Mash about one quarter of the chickpeas against the side of the soup pot to thicken the broth. Stir in the lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, then simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Divide the bread among four bowls. Ladle over the hot chickpeas and broth, scatter with parsley and serve while some bread edges still retain their crunch.
Ingredients, recipe context & sources

Ingredient flags: Wheat. Check packaged ingredients and cross-contact.

This is an original Livura home-cooking interpretation, not yet independently kitchen-tested. Source links provide dish and cultural context; the recipe wording and quantities are Livura’s.

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