Moroccan Vegetable and Chickpea Stew Recipe Video

Is your cholesterol high? Is gout about to take over your foot? Are you looking for something delicious to eat without the meat? This is a tangy, wholesome stew that will tempt even the most committed meat eater!

Summary

Difficulty LevelMediumHealth IndexAverage
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
DishVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Olive oil3 Tablespoon
 Onion1 , chopped
 Paprika1 Teaspoon
 Chili paste1 Teaspoon (Like Harissa Or Sambal Olek)
 Sea salt1 Teaspoon (Or To Taste)
 Ground coriander1 Teaspoon
 Ground cumin1 Teaspoon
 Turmeric1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Cinnamon stick1
 Baharat2 Teaspoon (Middle Eastern 7Spice Mix)
 Fresh ginger1 Tablespoon, pureed
 Carrots1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), roughly chopped
 Bell peppers1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Zucchini1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Eggplants1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Fresh tomatoes1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Canned chickpeas1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), rinsed
 Canned tomatoes2 Cup (32 tbs), crushed
 Raisins/Currants3 Tablespoon
 Lemon juice1 Tablespoon
 Lemon rind1 Teaspoon, minced
 Coriander sprigs5 , chopped (Stems With Leaves)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 1072 Calories from Fat 469

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 53 g82.1%

Saturated Fat 7.3 g36.7%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 2815.6 mg117.3%

Total Carbohydrates 146 g48.6%

Dietary Fiber 30 g119.9%

Sugars 40.5 g

Protein 23 g46.1%

Vitamin A 383.5% Vitamin C 214%

Calcium 41.9% Iron 83.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1. Heat a pan over medium high heat and add olive oil.
2. Add onions and let fry for at least one minute or until onions just start to brown.
3. Add all dry spices including chili paste and ginger.
4. Fry for 3 minutes.
5. Add all 5 fresh vegetables.
6. Stir well, allowing all the vegetables to absorb the flavors of the spice mix.
7. Cook for 4 minutes (add a few tablespoons of water if mixture starts to stick to the bottom of the pan).
8. Add crushed tomatoes, stir, turn heat to medium low, cover and let simmer for 40 minutes.
9. Add chick peas, raisins, lemon juice, lemon rind and half of the cilantro.
10. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.

SERVING
11. Serve hot, garnished with remaining fresh coriander over couscous or rice

Editors Review

Traditional Arabic food is blissful if cooked properly, like this Moroccan Vegetable and Chickpea Stew. Take a look at this video to learn how to make this delicious hearty stew. Your diners will definitely adore this dish. It can be a perfect vegan main dish. Bon Appétit!
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