SQUASH AND CHICKPEA MOROCCAN STEW

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I have not had a chance to try this yet. From Ask Aida's "Light & Healthy" episode. You can substitute veggie stock for the chicken stock to make this recipe vegetarian, and of course you can opt not to use the yogurt to make it vegan as well. :)

Provided by Melissa and her Pan

Categories     Beans

Time 27m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, small dice
4 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 lb butternut squash, large dice
3/4 lb red potatoes, large dice
2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices
1 pinch saffron thread (optional)
1/2 preserved lemon, finely chopped
1 cup green olives in brine (recommend ( Cerignola)
steamed couscous, for serving
fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish
toasted slivered almonds, for garnish
plain yogurt, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a 3- to 4-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight fitting lid over medium heat. When oil shimmers, add onion, garlic, cumin, and cinnamon, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spices are aromatic and onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add squash and potatoes, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, stir to coat, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add broth, chickpeas, tomatoes and their juices, and saffron, if using. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until squash is fork tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in preserved lemon and olives. Serve over couscous garnished with cilantro, almonds, and yogurt.

Promise Gasspa
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I'm definitely going to make this stew again.


Khan Kamran
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Rj Robin
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I love the fact that this recipe is so healthy. It's packed with vegetables and chickpeas.


heyitsbami
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover roasted chicken and I added it to the stew. It was delicious!


Pan nep
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I loved this stew. The squash was cooked perfectly and the spices were amazing.


Shovon Miah
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This stew is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it ahead of time and then reheat it when you're ready to serve.


john flieger
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's so easy to make!


TheRealest InMusic
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Donkor Esther
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I love the fact that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Sojib Official LTD
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the spices help to warm you up.


Oh_ItsMeg
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The squash and chickpeas are a great combination, and the spices give it a really nice flavor.


Darrianna Ferguson
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This stew is a great weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's packed with healthy ingredients.


abdul Khaled
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover squash. I had some butternut squash that was about to go bad, so I decided to make this stew. It turned out great! The squash was soft and sweet, and the spices were perfect.


Angela Uwuimwonse
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it's vegan, so everyone could enjoy it.


Nicholas Nico
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This stew is so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of squash and chickpeas, and the spices give it a really nice depth of flavor.


Skay3132 Sammy
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The squash was perfectly cooked and the spices were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Damodar Adhikari
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This stew was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it! I made a few substitutions, like using sweet potatoes instead of butternut squash, and it was still delicious.


gift onyebuenyi
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Loved this recipe! The squash and chickpeas were so tender, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I'll definitely be making this again.


Yeboah Ataa Harriet
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Easy to make and packed with flavor. I added some extra vegetables to the stew, like carrots and zucchini, and it turned out great. Definitely a keeper.


Shahweez
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This stew is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The squash is soft and sweet, the chickpeas are hearty and filling, and the spices give the dish a warm and inviting aroma. I served it with a side of couscous, and it was a perfect meal.


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