Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this Moroccan Chickpea Stew with Harissa. This hearty and aromatic dish combines protein-packed chickpeas with a tantalizing blend of spices, including harissa and ras el hanout, to create an unforgettable meal. Ideal for any occasion, whether you’re cozying up with family or entertaining friends, this stew is both nutritious and satisfying, appealing to vegans and meat-eaters alike. Serve it alongside warm pitta bread or over fluffy rice for a complete dining experience that bursts with warmth and comfort.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red onion (sliced)
- 2 stalks celery (finely diced)
- 1 red pepper (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (sliced)
- 2 red chillies (sliced)
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp ras el hanout
- 800 g canned chickpeas
- 400 g canned plum tomatoes
- 2–3 tbsp rose harissa paste
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 200 ml water
- 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the onion for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Add celery, red pepper, garlic, and chillies; sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in fennel seeds, cumin seeds, and ras el hanout; cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze with red wine vinegar for about 30 seconds.
- Mix in chickpeas and tomatoes; stir well.
- Simmer on medium/low heat for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use high-quality harissa paste for the best flavor. Feel free to add seasonal vegetables like carrots or zucchini for extra nutrition. Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of chillies used.