MOROCCAN VEGETABLE STEW WITH COUSCOUS

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Moroccan Vegetable Stew with Couscous image

This hearty vegetarian stew combines fantastic fall/winter vegetables with a spicy Moroccan flair. Stands alone as a complete meal.

Provided by Mike Lashbrook

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup sliced leek, 1/2-inch-thick
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground coriander
⅛ teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 cups vegetable broth
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash in 1/2-inch pieces
1 (15.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 ½ cups peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatoes
1 cup peeled and cubed turnips
1 cup carrot slices, 1/2-inch thick
1 tablespoon harissa
1 ½ teaspoons tomato paste
¾ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups water
1 (6 ounce) package quick-cook couscous mix (such as Near East Mediterranean Curry)
¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 ½ teaspoons honey
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and leek; saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, coriander, cumin, and cayenne pepper; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  • Pour in vegetable broth. Stir in butternut squash, chickpeas, potatoes, turnips, carrots, harissa, tomato paste, and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Bring water, couscous spice packet, and remaining olive oil to a boil in a separate saucepan. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand until couscous is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add parsley and honey to the stew. Place 1/2 cup couscous into each serving bowl and top with 1 cup stew. Squeeze a lemon wedge into each dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4 calories, Carbohydrate 66.5 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1371 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

zimbonge zintonga
[email protected]

This stew is a must-try for any vegetable lover. It's packed with flavor and the couscous is the perfect accompaniment.


liaquat soomro
[email protected]

I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've used different vegetables and spices each time I've made it, and it's always delicious.


elena yarina
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Homer Carr
[email protected]

The flavors in this stew were amazing. I will definitely be making it again.


Sajjad Janab G66
[email protected]

This was a delicious and easy-to-make stew. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Random User
[email protected]

I've made this stew several times and it's always a hit. The leftovers are great for lunch the next day.


Mohammad Shariar Ahmed
[email protected]

This is one of my favorite recipes. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add some extra vegetables, like zucchini or bell peppers, to bulk it up.


MR Ridoy
[email protected]

I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out perfectly. The vegetables were tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with couscous and a side of yogurt, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Oniell Lacita
[email protected]

This dish was a hit with my family. The kids loved the sweet and tangy sauce, and the adults appreciated the depth of flavor. Even my picky eater went back for seconds.


nasim mohammad
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of vegetable stews, but this one blew me away. The combination of vegetables and spices was spot-on, and the couscous added a nice touch of texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gogu Crystal
[email protected]

This Moroccan vegetable stew with couscous was a delightful culinary journey. The flavors were rich and complex, with a perfect balance of spices. The vegetables were cooked to perfection, retaining their vibrant colors and textures. The couscous was


Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #60-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #main-dish     #soups-stews     #beans     #vegetables     #african     #easy     #vegetarian     #moroccan     #stews     #dietary     #comfort-food     #chick-peas-garbanzos     #squash     #tomatoes     #taste-mood     #savory