Dive into the vibrant flavors of Morocco with our comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate Morrocan sweet potato and chickpea soup. This hearty and flavorful dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the earthy goodness of chickpeas, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant streets of Morocco, as we explore the secrets behind this delectable soup, ensuring that every spoonful transports you to the heart of this North African gem.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
MOROCCAN SWEET POTATO STEW
A perfect blend of rich sweet potato stew with a kick of curry powder and ginger plus the crunch of peanuts.
Provided by Carrie Sublett
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Sweet Potato Soup Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place sweet potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and add a splash of the broth. Cook in the microwave until slightly softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir for 3 to 5 minutes. Add softened sweet potatoes, remaining broth, chickpeas, tomatoes, lemon juice, ginger, cumin, curry powder, coriander, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover pot. Simmer soup until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Stir raisins and peanut butter into soup and simmer 5 minutes more. Adjust spices if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 745 mg, Sugar 16.5 g
MOROCCAN SWEET POTATO AND CHICKPEA SOUP
An easy, velvety soup with complex delicious spice tastes, would make a wonderful start to a dinner party or a great lunch. Got this off the web ages ago and can't remember the name of the site. May need more lemon juice if the potatoes and carrots are really sweet so taste at the end, and I used more spices as I like a deeper flavour.
Provided by lindseylcw
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in spices and cook for a further 2 minutes.
- add sweet potato and carrot and sweat well for 10 minutes.
- add stock and cover, bring to the boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add chick peas and simmer for further 10 mins until chick peas are tender.
- Blend until smooth, season well with salt and fresh black pepper and add lemon juice to taste.
SPICY SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEA SOUP
I love hearty, healthy entree soups, and a bowl of this southwestern sweet potato-soup really satisfies. I add a can of chickpeas for protein, making it ideal for an easy dinner. And it reheats and even freezes beautifully, so I often make a double batch. -Jennifer Fisher, Austin, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in spices. Add potatoes, chickpeas, stock and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan and heat through. Top with bacon, green onions and, if desired, cheese.Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little stock or water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 880mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
MOROCCAN CHICKPEAS AND SWEET POTATOES
This dish makes a wonderful vegetarian meal. Exotically spiced, offset with dried apricots, different and delicious.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Potato
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the onion, garlic, ginger, and wine or sherry.
- Cover and sweat over low heat for 5 minutes.
- Add the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and red pepper flakes and cook, uncovered, 1 minute longer.
- Add the water or chickpea cooking liquid, salt, sweet potatoes, and apricots.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer until the sweet potatoes are just tender, about 15 minutes.
- Add the chickpeas, raisins, and lemon juice.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the chickpeas are hot.
- Add the sliced almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.3, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 692.8, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 14.7, Protein 9.6
Tips:
- Use ripe sweet potatoes: Sweeter and more flavorful results.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Gives depth of flavor to soup.
- Use a variety of chickpeas: Adds texture and color.
- Don't overcook the chickpeas: Should remain tender but firm.
- Sauté the onions and garlic: Enhances flavors and aromas.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth: Makes a big difference in taste.
- Season to taste: Adjust spices and herbs to your preference.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley: Adds freshness and color.
Conclusion:
This Moroccan sweet potato and chickpea soup is a delicious, easy-to-make, and healthy dish perfect for a chilly day. The combination of sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and spices creates a hearty and flavorful soup that is sure to please everyone. Serve it with a side of warm bread or pita for a complete meal. Experiment with different spices and herbs to create your unique variation of this classic soup. .
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