Warm up your taste buds with this flavorful Moroccan-Inspired Chickpea Stew. Packed with aromatic spices and wholesome ingredients, this stew is a perfect blend of comfort and exotic flavors. Let’s dive into the deliciousness!

Moroccan-Inspired Chickpea Stew

Ingredients

• 2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
2. Add bell pepper, carrots, and spices (cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper). Stir well.
3. Pour in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chickpeas, and dried apricots. Bring to a simmer.
4. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until flavors meld together.
5. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 320, Protein: 10g, Fat: 8g, Carbohydrates: 55g, Fiber: 12g