Best 2 Squash And Chickpea Moroccan Stew Recipes

When the weather gets colder, there's nothing quite like a warm and flavorful stew to warm your body and soul. This Moroccan squash and chickpea stew is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with tender butternut squash, chickpeas, and a variety of spices, this stew is sure to become a favorite of your family and friends. Serve it with some warm pita bread or couscous for a complete meal.

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SQUASH AND CHICKPEA MOROCCAN STEW

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Provided by Aida Mollenkamp

Categories main-dish

Time 32m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, small dice
4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound butternut squash, large dice
3/4 pound red potatoes, large dice
2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices
Pinch saffron threads, optional
1/2 preserved lemon, finely chopped
1 cup brined green olives (recommend: Cerignola)
Steamed couscous, for serving
Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish
Toasted slivered almonds, for garnish
Plain yogurt, for garnish

Steps:

Heat butter and olive oil in a 3- to 4-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight fitting lid over medium heat. When oil shimmers, add onion, garlic, cumin, and cinnamon, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spices are aromatic and onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add squash and potatoes, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, stir to coat, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add broth, chickpeas, tomatoes and their juices, and saffron, if using. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until squash is fork tender, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in preserved lemon and olives. Serve over couscous garnished with cilantro, almonds, and yogurt.

SQUASH AND CHICKPEA MOROCCAN STEW

Squash and Chickpea Moroccan Stew image

I have not had a chance to try this yet. From Ask Aida's "Light & Healthy" episode. You can substitute veggie stock for the chicken stock to make this recipe vegetarian, and of course you can opt not to use the yogurt to make it vegan as well. :)

Provided by Melissa and her Pan

Categories Beans

Time 27m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, small dice
4 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 lb butternut squash, large dice
3/4 lb red potatoes, large dice
2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices
1 pinch saffron thread (optional)
1/2 preserved lemon, finely chopped
1 cup green olives in brine (recommend ( Cerignola)
steamed couscous, for serving
fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish
toasted slivered almonds, for garnish
plain yogurt, for garnish

Steps:

Heat butter and olive oil in a 3- to 4-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight fitting lid over medium heat. When oil shimmers, add onion, garlic, cumin, and cinnamon, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spices are aromatic and onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add squash and potatoes, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, stir to coat, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add broth, chickpeas, tomatoes and their juices, and saffron, if using. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until squash is fork tender, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in preserved lemon and olives. Serve over couscous garnished with cilantro, almonds, and yogurt.

Tips:

For a more intense flavor, roast the squash and chickpeas before adding them to the stew.
If you don't have any fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro or parsley instead.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the stew, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.
Serve the stew with a side of couscous, rice, or naan bread.

Conclusion:

This hearty and flavorful Moroccan stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The combination of sweet squash, chickpeas, and spices creates a delicious and satisfying dish. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a comforting and healthy meal, give this squash and chickpea Moroccan stew a try.

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