MOROCCAN-STYLE VEGETABLE STEW WITH HARISSA YOGURT SAUCE

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Moroccan-Style Vegetable Stew with Harissa Yogurt Sauce image

Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Soup/Stew     Stew     Vegetarian     Yogurt     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Spinach     Chickpea     Carrot     Turnip     Family Reunion     Healthy     Green Onion/Scallion     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

Yogurt sauce:
1 cup (8 ounces) Greek-style yogurt*
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon harissa sauce**
1 garlic clove, minced
Coarse kosher salt
Vegetable stew:
Coarse kosher salt
1 pound carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-to 3/4-inch pieces
1 3/4-pound turnip, peeled, cut into 1/2-to 3/4-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 pound spring onions or green onions, coarsely chopped (about 1 3/4 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons all purpose flour
1 15-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained, rinsed
1 5-ounce bag baby spinach
1 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • For yogurt sauce:
  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with coarse salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.
  • For vegetable stew:
  • Bring 8 cups water to boil in heavy large saucepan. Sprinkle with coarse salt. Add carrots; cook until just tender, about 4 minutes. Using skimmer or large slotted spoon, transfer carrots to large bowl of ice water. Return water to boil. Add turnip; cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Using skimmer, transfer turnip to bowl with carrots. Reserve cooking liquid.
  • Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add next 7 ingredients. Sprinkle with coarse salt and pepper. Cook until onions are soft, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Add wine; simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour. Add carrots, turnip, beans, spinach, and 2 cups reserved cooking liquid. Bring to simmer; cook until vegetables are heated through, adding more cooking liquid for desired consistency. Season stew to taste with coarse salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Divide stew among bowls. Spoon dollop of yogurt sauce over and serve.
  • A thick yogurt; sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores (such as Trader Joe's and Whole Foods markets) and Greek markets. If unavailable, place regular yogurt in cheesecloth-lined strainer set over large bowl. Cover and chill overnight to drain.
  • ** A spicy North African red chile paste; available at some specialty foods stores and at Middle Eastern markets.

Adjei Gift
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This stew was a disaster! The vegetables were mushy and the sauce was watery. I would not recommend this recipe.


Baliqees Mopelola Bello
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Bareeha Memon
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I'll probably use less harissa paste next time.


Ch abubakkar
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I'm giving this recipe 5 stars! It's a keeper.


Shelba leann
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This is my new favorite vegetarian stew! It's packed with flavor and the harissa yogurt sauce is amazing. I highly recommend it.


Balach Shahwani
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This stew was delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a perfect meal.


L Day
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I love how versatile this recipe is! I didn't have any harissa paste, so I used a combination of chili powder and cumin instead. It turned out great! The stew was flavorful and satisfying.


Wesley Sniejder
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This stew was a nice change from my usual weeknight meals. It was easy to make and packed with flavor. The vegetables were tender and the sauce was creamy and tangy. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


lawrence chonco
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I'm not usually a fan of stews, but this one changed my mind! The vegetables were cooked perfectly, and the broth was incredibly flavorful. The harissa yogurt sauce was the perfect finishing touch, adding a bit of heat and creaminess. Overall, this d


Arham Raja
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This Moroccan-style vegetable stew was a delightful journey for my taste buds! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with just the right amount of spice. The combination of vegetables was perfect, and the harissa yogurt sauce added a creamy a