Moroccan Chickpea & Vegetable Tagine Recipe Abel & Cole from www.abelandcole.co.uk
Introduction
If you are a fan of North African cuisine, you must have heard of Tagine. This traditional Moroccan dish is prepared in a special clay pot called Tagine. It is a slow-cooked stew made with meat, vegetables, and spices. The dish gets its name from the pot in which it is cooked. The cone-shaped lid of the Tagine pot helps to circulate the steam and create a tender and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
To make a delicious Tagine, you need the following ingredients: - 2 lbs of lamb or beef - 2 onions, chopped - 3 garlic cloves, minced - 2 tomatoes, chopped - 2 carrots, chopped - 2 potatoes, chopped - 1 cup of green beans - 1 cup of chickpeas - 1 teaspoon of cumin - 1 teaspoon of paprika - 1 teaspoon of ginger - 1 teaspoon of turmeric - Salt and pepper to taste - 2 cups of water - 1/4 cup of olive oil
Instructions
1. Start by browning the meat in a Tagine pot over medium heat. Remove the meat and set it aside. 2. Add the onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until they are soft and fragrant. 3. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy. 4. Add the chopped carrots, potatoes, green beans, and chickpeas to the pot. 5. Add the spices and salt and pepper to taste. 6. Pour in the water and stir everything together. 7. Place the browned meat on top of the vegetables. 8. Cover the Tagine pot with the cone-shaped lid and cook over low heat for 2-3 hours. 9. Check the Tagine every 30 minutes and add more water if needed. 10. Once the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked, remove the Tagine from the heat. 11. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the Tagine before serving.
Nutrition
A serving of Tagine made with lamb or beef provides the following nutrients: - Calories: 500 - Protein: 34 grams - Fat: 28 grams - Carbohydrates: 32 grams - Fiber: 9 grams
Conclusion
Tagine is a delicious and healthy dish that is easy to prepare. The slow-cooking process allows the meat and vegetables to absorb the flavors of the spices, creating a rich and flavorful stew. If you don't have a Tagine pot, you can still make this dish in a Dutch oven or a slow cooker. Serve Tagine with couscous or bread for a complete meal. Try this recipe the next time you want to impress your friends and family with a flavorful and exotic dish.
