This is a warm and hearty Moroccan Chickpea Stew, full of North African spices. It is a simple, flavorful dish perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Author:Lena Walker
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Dish
Method:Stovetop Simmering
Cuisine:Moroccan
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the rinsed chickpeas. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes so the flavors blend.
Stir in the fresh cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
Serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to add a handful of spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra greens.
If you enjoy a touch of sweetness, add a pinch of cinnamon along with the other spices.
This stew pairs wonderfully with couscous or crusty bread for dipping.