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Easy Moroccan Vegetable Tagine

Easy Moroccan Vegetable Tagine

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The Maghreb region of North Africa is the birthplace of the easy Moroccan Vegetable Tagine.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 192
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups carrots, chopped
  • 2 cups potatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups eggplant, chopped
  • 2 cups zucchini, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven with a lid
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onions and minced garlic and cook for 5 minutes, or until onions are soft.
  3. Add ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Add vegetable broth and diced tomatoes to the pot and stir to combine.
  5. Add chopped carrots, chopped potatoes, chopped eggplant, and chopped zucchini to the pot and stir to combine.
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer and then reduce heat to low.
  7. Cover the pot and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  8. Add drained and rinsed chickpeas and raisins (if using) to the pot and stir to combine.
  9. Cover the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chickpeas are heated through.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley (if using) and serve hot.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

 
Chop the vegetables into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
Add more broth or water if the dish becomes too dry while simmering.
Adjust the spices and seasoning to your liking.
For a smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the dish.