Spicy African-Inspired Lunch
Introduction
Spice up your lunch with this delicious and flavorful African-inspired dish. Packed with aromatic spices and hearty ingredients, this spicy lunch will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey through Africa with this vegan twist on a classic recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add diced red bell pepper and cook for a few minutes until softened.
- Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
- Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.
- Add diced sweet potato and cooked chickpeas. Mix everything together.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Enjoy the bold flavors of Africa in this spicy lunch. Whether you're a vegan or simply looking to explore new flavors, this dish is sure to impress. Gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let's get cooking!
Nia
Nutritionfacts | Serving Size: 1 serving Calories: 320 Total Fat: 6g Saturated Fat: 1g Sodium: 460mg Total Carbohydrate: 58g Fiber: 15g Sugar: 11g Protein: 12g |
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Preparation Time | 30 minutes |
Allergy Information | None |