Are you tired of making the same old food every single week? I know how hard it is to think of a fresh dinner idea after a long day of work. You want something warm, filling, and very easy to put together. That is why I am so excited to share this Moroccan chickpea tagine with you today. It is full of sweet and savory spices that will make your kitchen smell amazing.
This meal brings a fun taste of North Africa right to your kitchen table. If you love warm spices like cumin and cinnamon, you are going to fall in love with this dish. It is meatless, but it is still super hearty and filling. You will not miss the meat at all because the chickpeas soak up all the rich tomato sauce.
Cooking at home should always be fun and simple. If you are also in the mood for a quick Asian style meal later in the week, you can check out this Quick and Easy Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry Dinner for another great weeknight option. But for tonight, let us stick to our tasty chickpea stew.
Ingredients Needed
You do not need any fancy tools or rare items to make this dinner. Most of these things are probably already sitting in your pantry or fridge right now. Here is everything you need to get ready:
- Two cans of chickpeas, rinsed and drained well
- One large yellow onion, chopped small
- Three cloves of garlic, minced up
- One can of crushed tomatoes
- Two cups of fresh vegetable broth
- One large sweet potato, peeled and cut into cubes
- Two tablespoons of olive oil
- One teaspoon of ground cumin
- One teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- One teaspoon of smoked paprika
- Half a teaspoon of ground ginger
- Salt and black pepper to your own taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for topping
Step By Step Making
Making this tagine is very simple. You just need one big pot and some patience while it simmers on the stove. Let us walk through the steps together so you get it right on your very first try.
1. Heat the oil and cook the onions. Put your big pot on the stove over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it get warm. Toss in your chopped onions and cook them for about five minutes until they look soft and clear.
2. Add the garlic and spices. Throw the minced garlic, cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, and ginger into the pot. Stir everything around for about one minute. You will smell the amazing spices right away. Just make sure the garlic does not burn.
3. Add the veggies and tomatoes. Put your cubed sweet potatoes and drained chickpeas into the pot. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and the vegetable broth. Give it all a very good stir to mix the spices into the liquid.
4. Let it simmer. Turn the heat down to low and put the lid on your pot. Let it cook for about twenty five to thirty minutes. You want the sweet potatoes to get nice and soft so they melt in your mouth.
5. Season and serve. Take the lid off and taste the sauce. Add a little salt and black pepper if you think it needs more flavor. Scoop it into bowls and top it with fresh cilantro. You can eat it on its own or serve it over warm couscous or rice.
Nutritional Value
It is always good to know what you are putting into your body. This meal gives you a great mix of plant based power and healthy carbs to keep your energy up. Here is a rough breakdown for one good serving size:
- Calories: Around 380 calories per bowl
- Protein: About 12 grams of plant power
- Carbs: Roughly 62 grams of healthy complex carbs
Health Benefits
Eating plant based meals like this one is fantastic for your overall health. Chickpeas give your body a lot of fiber, which helps your stomach stay happy and helps you feel full for a long time. Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins that are great for your skin and your eyes.
The warm spices used in this recipe are also very good for you. Cumin and cinnamon can help lower inflammation in your body. When you cook healthy food at home, you take full control of what you eat. Here at Azeely, we love helping you find meals that taste great and make you feel good too.
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