NORTH AFRICAN BEAN STEW WITH BARLEY AND WINTER SQUASH
This warming, highly spiced stew is rich in beans, grains and chunks of sweet winter squash. Feel free to substitute other grains for the barley. Farro works particularly well. If you'd prefer something soupier, thin it with a little broth or water before serving.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories soups and stews, main course, side dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil and cook leeks until they begin to brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Finely chop cilantro stems. Stir into pot, along with diced fennel and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in baharat, cinnamon and tomato paste, and cook until paste begins to caramelize, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in broth, 3 cups water, the barley and the salt. Bring to a gentle boil, stir in saffron, if using, and reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered for 40 minutes. Stir in beans, squash, turnip and lentils; cook until barley is tender, about another 20 to 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, if desired. Remove cinnamon stick.
- Ladle stew into bowls. Spoon a dollop of yogurt on top and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with cilantro leaves, fennel fronds and Aleppo pepper or paprika.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 181, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
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Mohammad zeshan
[email protected]This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day.
Sky Deluna
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.
Omar Altaji
[email protected]This stew is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it ahead of time and reheat it when you're ready to serve.
langraw mro
[email protected]I love the fact that this stew is so versatile. You can add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste.
Ayesha Naveed
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover roasted chicken, and it was perfect for this recipe.
Lloyd Omondi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spicy food, so I omitted the cayenne pepper. The stew was still very flavorful, even without the spice.
Ben mupasiri
[email protected]This stew is really easy to make. Just throw all the ingredients in a pot and let it simmer. It's a great recipe for a busy weeknight.
Kaleem Sukhera
[email protected]This stew is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with beans, barley, and squash, all of which are good sources of fiber and nutrients.
Jeremiah Kenneth
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this stew. The combination of beans, barley, and squash is really something special.
Faqeer Jani
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the chicken broth and used vegetable broth instead. It worked out great! The stew was still very flavorful.
Fakhar Mughal
[email protected]This is a great recipe to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover butternut squash and barley, and this was the perfect way to use them up.
Ryan Bream
[email protected]I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. I just threw all the ingredients in the pot in the morning and dinner was ready when I got home from work.
Habesha Vlog
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the combination of beans, barley, and squash.
Mathias Sullca Alvarado
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of barley, so I substituted quinoa instead. It worked out great! The stew was still hearty and filling, but with a lighter texture.
Mustakin Mir
[email protected]This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. I used butternut squash instead of kabocha squash, and it worked out great. I also added a bit of chopped cilantro at the end, which really brightened up the dish.
Sophia Georgez
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the stew turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a bit more spice. I like my food spicy, so I would probably add a teaspoon or two of cayenne pepper next time.
Chourouk Amirouch
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the stew.
Josh Hames
[email protected]I've made this stew a few times now, and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of beans, barley, and squash.
Rice Bagger
[email protected]This North African bean stew was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the barley and squash added a nice heartiness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.