Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Moroccan
This Moroccan Chickpea Stew with Preserved Lemon is a delightful vegan dish with rich flavors and a touch of tanginess from the preserved lemon. It's a hearty and satisfying stew perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening. The stew is prepared with aromatic Moroccan spices that offer a burst of flavors and is finished off with the zesty preserved lemon to brighten up the dish.
TIME
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 1 hour
Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
SERVINGS
Servings: 4
Calories: 350 per serving
DIET
Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 preserved lemon, finely chopped
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Cooked couscous or rice for serving
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2. Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until the spices become fragrant.
- 3. Add the canned chickpeas, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and preserved lemon to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 4. Bring the stew to a gentle simmer, then cover the pot and let it cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5. Add the diced tomatoes to the stew and continue to cook, uncovered, for an additional 10-15 minutes until the stew thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6. Serve the Moroccan Chickpea Stew over cooked couscous or rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Cooking Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your desired level of spiciness.
- If preserved lemon is not available, substitute with the zest and juice of a regular lemon.
- You can add other vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers for extra texture and flavor.
Beer, Wine, Cocktail Pairings
- Beer Pairing: Try pairing this dish with a Moroccan lager such as Casablanca Beer for a refreshing and light accompaniment.
- Wine Pairing: Opt for a crisp Moroccan white wine, such as a Moroccan Chardonnay or a Sauvignon Blanc, to balance the flavors of the stew.
- Cocktail Pairing: Accompany the stew with a traditional Moroccan mint tea or a cocktail like a Casablanca Martini for a flavorful and exotic experience.
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