Vegan Moroccan Tagine
Introduction
Tonight's dinner is a vibrant, flavor-packed Vegan Moroccan Tagine, perfect for warming up and enjoying a nourishing meal. This dish brings together sweet apricots, robust spices, and hearty vegetables, all slow-cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
- Stir in the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the sweet potato, carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, and apricots to the pot, stirring to coat the vegetables with the spices.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer, covered, for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve this delightful tagine over a bed of fluffy couscous or fragrant jasmine rice for a complete meal. Enjoy the melding of sweet and savory flavors that are sure to please any palate.
Nia
Nutritionfacts | Calories: 265, Fat: 6g, Carbohydrates: 44g, Protein: 8g |
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Preparation Time | 45 minutes |
Allergy Information | none |