MOROCCAN VEGETABLE STEW WITH COUSCOUS

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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

Ray Han
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I'm always looking for new Moroccan recipes, and this one is definitely a winner.


Sa Ahmed
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Juthi Jannat
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, so I used mild chili powder instead of cayenne pepper.


Megan Davisson
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Cedric Mukasa
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I love that this stew is so versatile. You can add or remove vegetables depending on what you have on hand.


Yoel Andrade
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This stew is hearty and filling, but it's also healthy. It's a great option for a weeknight meal.


Brittney Kinstley
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I served this stew with a side of yogurt and pita bread. It was the perfect meal.


Hussein Jihad
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This stew is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week.


Ariana Grande
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I love the combination of spices in this stew. It's so flavorful.


sabi abbas
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Horiya Malik
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's healthy and delicious.


Eduardo Ferrer Larrinaga
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I made this stew in my slow cooker, and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a hot meal waiting for you when you get home from work.


Nika Nika
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, so I served this stew over rice instead. It was still very good.


BARKATULLAH MBR
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I added some chicken to this stew, and it was delicious. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


M Nuri
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I'm a vegetarian, and I thought this stew was amazing. The vegetables were cooked to perfection, and the spices were just right.


Akrar ali Mangrio
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I made this stew for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor.


Stephen Rotich
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it came out perfectly. My family loved it!


Jovan Kalungi
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This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Sophia Udoka
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I'm not usually a fan of stews, but this one was a game-changer. The combination of vegetables and spices was simply divine.


Celestine Maruti
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This Moroccan vegetable stew was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, and the couscous was the perfect accompaniment.


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