VEGETABLE TAGINE WITH OLIVES AND PRUNES

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This is a flavorful dish that can be adapted to whatever vegetables you have on hand It always gets rave reviews from my dinner guests. You can substitute or add parsnips, zucchini, rutabaga - whatever is handy. It was passed on to me from a vegan friend.

Provided by Marilyn Rob

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 shallots, coarsely chopped
1 stalk celery, diced
2 garlic cloves, slivered
1 cinnamon stick
1 1/4 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (or more to taste)
1 (32 ounce) can crushed tomatoes or 1 (32 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/3 lb string bean
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (or sweet potato)
1/2 head cauliflower, cut into florets
1/2 fennel bulb, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch chunks
1 large carrot, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch thick rounds
vegetable broth or water, as needed
1/4 teaspoon crushed saffron
1 cup canned chick-peas
1/2 cup whole kalamata olive
1/2 cup pitted prunes, diced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • In a Dutch oven heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the shallots, celery, garlic and cinnamon stick and cook, stirring, untill the shallots and celery are soft (about 7 minutes).
  • Add the paprika, cumin, coriander, cardamom, salt, black papper and cayenne. Continue cooking until the spices are fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, string beans, squash or sweet potato, cauliflower, fennel and carrot. Add additional vegetable broth or water as needed to cover the vegetables. Addf the saffron and stir well.
  • Cover the pot and bake until the vegetables are tender, 40 to 45 minutes. About 5 minutes before the stew is done add the chickpeas, olives and prunes. Garnish with parsley just before serving.
  • Note: The type of tomatoes used will determine the amount of broth or water that will be needed. Crushed tomatoes require the addition of about 1 cup water. Stovetop cooking may require slightly more water.
  • The dish should be on the dry side, not soupy and the vegetables should be tender and not soggy.

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I'm not much of a cook, but this tagine recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.


Leona Nealey
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This tagine is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The end result is a flavorful and aromatic dish that will impress your guests. I highly recommend it for a special occasion.


Freeman Fiati
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5 stars! This tagine is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are incredible and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Alam Zone
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I made this tagine in my slow cooker and it turned out amazing! The vegetables were fall-apart tender and the sauce was thick and flavorful. I served it over couscous and it was a perfect meal.


chyasir 918
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This tagine is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge and this recipe is a great way to turn them into a delicious meal.


Krish Dukhi
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I'm a vegetarian and I love this tagine! It's so hearty and flavorful, I never miss the meat. The vegetables are cooked perfectly and the sauce is divine.


Mohamed Tifow
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This is my go-to recipe for tagine. It's always a hit with my friends and family. The combination of vegetables, olives, and prunes is a winner!


Dulah Dahost
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I followed the recipe exactly and my tagine turned out perfectly! The vegetables were tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. My family loved it!


Bismellah Khan
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This tagine was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add extra spices to give it some flavor.


Abubakar Ch
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Meh. It was okay. I've had better tagines.


Rita Biose
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I'm not typically a fan of tagines, but this one changed my mind! The vegetables were cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. The olives and prunes added a unique touch that I really enjoyed. Highly recommend!


Carolyn Leppert
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Easy to make and packed with flavor! I used a variety of vegetables from my garden and the tagine turned out beautifully. The prunes added a lovely sweetness that balanced the savory flavors perfectly. Will definitely be making this again!


Tarin Akter
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This tagine was a delightful journey for the senses! The combination of vegetables, olives, and prunes created a symphony of flavors that danced on my palate. The tender vegetables soaked up the rich broth, while the olives and prunes added a touch o