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Vegan Moroccan Stew Recipe

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This Vegan Moroccan Stew is a flavorful and hearty plant-based dish packed with a blend of aromatic spices, tender vegetables, and protein-rich lentils and garbanzo beans. Perfectly simmered to allow the spices to infuse, it’s an ideal comforting meal that can be served on its own or with grains or flatbread.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Legumes

  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups cubed sweet potatoes
  • 3 cups cubed gold potatoes
  • 2 cups chopped carrots
  • 1 cup dry green lentils, rinsed
  • 1 14oz can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 14oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2–4 cups kale or spinach, optional
  • Cilantro, for garnish

Liquids and Sweetener

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar

Spices

  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics and Spices: Warm a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Cook the diced onion, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and all the spices (cumin, cinnamon, salt, paprika, coriander, ginger, allspice, black pepper, and cayenne pepper). Sauté together for an additional minute to release their aromas.
  2. Add Main Ingredients and Simmer: Into the pot, add the cubed sweet potatoes, gold potatoes, chopped carrots, garbanzo beans, rinsed lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 25 minutes or until the vegetables and lentils are fork-tender.
  3. Finish with Greens and Sweetener: Remove the lid and stir in the coconut sugar along with the kale or spinach if using. Continue cooking uncovered for another 5 minutes to allow the greens to wilt and flavors to meld. If the stew is too thick, add extra vegetable broth, water, or coconut milk to reach desired consistency.
  4. Serve and Garnish: Serve the vegan Moroccan stew warm on its own or with your choice of rice, quinoa, couscous, naan, or flatbread. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired for added freshness and color.

Notes

  • You can adjust the level of cayenne pepper to manage the heat according to your preference.
  • Kale or spinach is optional, but it adds lovely color and nutrients to the stew.
  • This stew keeps well and tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep.
  • For a creamier texture, try stirring in some coconut milk when adding the greens.
  • Use gluten-free grains or bread if you want to make the meal gluten-free.

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