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Spicy Vegetable Chickpea Stew with Harissa
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, diced celery, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add the cumin, paprika, coriander, and cayenne pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables in the spices.
- Pour in the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and harissa paste. Bring the stew to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and let it wilt into the stew. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the spicy vegetable chickpea stew into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy!
The Vegetable Chickpea Stew with a spicy kick of harissa has a rich history rooted in North African and Middle Eastern cuisine. This hearty dish is a flavorful combination of chickpeas, vegetables, and aromatic spices, elevated by the addition of fiery harissa paste. Renowned chefs like Yotam Ottolenghi have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists. The stew is a staple in Moroccan and Tunisian households, where it's often prepared with locally sourced ingredients and served with couscous or crusty bread. For the best version of this dish, seek out restaurants specializing in North African or Middle Eastern cuisine. The key to nailing this recipe lies in the balance of spices and the quality of harissa used, as it's the star ingredient that gives the stew its fiery punch. If you're feeling adventurous, consider alternative methods such as slow-cooking the stew for a deeper flavor infusion.
45 min
6
320 calories
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