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Recipe by James John Deren

Moroccan Chickpea Stew

Inspired by several recipes and lots of trial and error. I like to keep the veggies chunky for a heartier stew.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Servings 6 - 8 servings
Category Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 T Olive Oil
  • 1 Medium White Onion , chopped (about 2 C)
  • 2 Large Carrots, chopped
  • 2 Celery Stalks, chopped
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1½ C Cubed Yukon Gold Potatoes (about 1 lb)
  • 28oz Canned Diced Tomatoes and the liquid
  • 15oz Canned Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 C Vegetable Broth
  • 1 t Paprika
  • ½ t Smoked Paprika
  • 2 t Ground Cumin
  • 1 t Garlic Powder
  • 2 t Dried Oregano
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • Kosher Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat The Oil In A Large: Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Add The Onion, Carrot, Celery And: Add the onion, carrot, celery and saute about 5 minutes, until softened.
  3. 3 Add The Remaining Ingredients: Add the remaining ingredients.
  4. 4 Bring To A Boil, Then Reduce: Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the potato is done.
  5. 5 Check The Seasoning And Adjust As: Check the seasoning and adjust as needed.

Pro Tips & Delicious Variations

  • If you want to let the stew simmer for a longer time, just add the potato about 20-30 minutes before you anticipate your stew will be to your liking.
  • Garnish with parsley or cilantro
  • Great alone, or served over rice or Couscous. Particularly good over Spaghetti Squash when it’s in season!
  • Add 1 C chopped zucchini with the potato.
  • Add 1 C fresh spinach about 3 minutes before the dish is done.
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