Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delightful flavors of a traditional vegetable stew, a harmonious blend of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and rich spices, simmered to perfection. This hearty and comforting dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring tender carrots, crisp green beans, vibrant bell peppers, and succulent tomatoes, all enveloped in a savory broth. Accompany this delightful stew with fluffy couscous, a North African staple made from steamed semolina grains. This versatile dish can be tailored to your preferences, whether you prefer a mild or spicy kick, making it a perfect choice for both everyday meals and special occasions. Our curated collection of recipes offers a range of options, from a classic Moroccan vegetable stew with a tantalizing blend of spices to a vibrant Lebanese version featuring aromatic herbs and tangy lemon. Get ready to indulge in a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant markets and bustling kitchens of North Africa.
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VEGETABLE COUSCOUS
Looking for a different way to serve vegetables? These tiny pasta granules act like a magnet, pulling together the flavors of the chicken broth and vitamin-rich veggies. Carrots, celery, peppers and zucchini add fresh crunch and bright color.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the carrots, celery, onion and peppers in oil for 5-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the next five ingredients. , Stir in couscous. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5-8 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MOROCCAN VEGETABLE STEW WITH COUSCOUS
Low fat, simple and very tasty. This is a great way to get back on track after the Holidays but it's great at any time of the year! Save time by purchasing the squash already cut into cubes.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Stew
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat.
- Add carrots, squash, and onion and cook until golden, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in garbanzo beans, stewed tomatoes, prunes, cinnamon, salt, crushed red pepper, and 1 and 1/2 cups water.
- Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low and simmer 30 minutes or until all vegetables are tender.
- Meanwhile, prepare couscous as label directs, but use vegetable broth in place of the water called for on label.
- Stir cilantro into stew.
- Spoon stew over couscous to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.1, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 878.9, Carbohydrate 89.9, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 10.2, Protein 14.1
CHICKEN AND SUMMER VEGETABLE STEW WITH COUSCOUS
This recipe is sponsored by Do Good Chicken. Inspired by Moroccan tagine, this fragrant stew combines quick-cooking boneless chicken thighs and chickpeas with summer vegetables, such as zucchini, rainbow carrots and colorful cherry tomatoes. It's served over fluffy, buttery couscous and finished with a refreshing herb and nut topping. A little fire from harissa plus a dollop of cooling yogurt packs this dish with bright flavor.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For the chicken stew: Put the garlic, carrots, onion, cinnamon, raisins, ginger, cumin, paprika, sugar, turmeric, 1 tablespoon salt and several grinds of black pepper in a large saucepan or Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid. Add 2 cups water and bring to a boil over high heat; cover, reduce the heat and simmer until the carrots start to get tender, about 15 minutes. Add the chicken, chickpeas, tomatoes and zucchini and stir to combine. Return to a boil over high heat, cover, reduce the heat and simmer until the stew is slightly thickened and fragrant and the vegetables are tender enough to cut with the side of a fork, but still hold their shapes, about 15 minutes. (If the vegetables are fork-tender a bit sooner, remove them to a bowl while the liquid reduces then return them to the pot when ready to serve.) Remove and discard the cinnamon sticks.
- For the couscous: Bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil with the butter and salt in a small saucepan. Stir in the couscous, remove from the heat, cover and set aside until the water has been absorbed and the couscous is plump, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
- For the topping: Combine the cilantro, parsley, almonds, pistachios and raisins in a medium bowl.
- To serve, divide the couscous among bowls, top with the stew and sprinkle with the herb topping. Serve with harissa and yogurt on the side.
VEGETABLE STEW
Everyone in my family welcomes a dinner that centers around stew. This particular stew is so colorful you can bring the pot right to the table and serve it from there!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h50m
Yield about 8-10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until tender; drain. Add the next seven ingredients. Cover and simmer until the meat is tender, about 1 hour. Add cabbage, cauliflower, carrots, celery, beans and parsley; cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. If desired, thicken with cornstarch dissolved in water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 595mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
MOROCCAN CHICKPEA AND VEGETABLE STEW WITH COUSCOUS
This is delicious stew. Very flavorful from the spices, but not too spicy, just right. There is no meat in it, and you most likely won't miss it, as the chickpeas are very "meaty" themselves. But I don't see why you couldn't add some meat if you really wanted to. It also goes from prep to table in about 30 minutes, great for weeknight dinners. From Cooking Light.
Provided by ciao4293
Categories Stew
Time 29m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet on medium high heat.
- Add the zucchini, onion, carrot and garlic.
- Saute 5 minutes.
- (For a time-saver, use the matchstick carrots from the produce department) Stir in the broth, and the next 9 ingredients, and bring to a boil.
- Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 8 minutes or until tender.
- Stir occasionally.
- While the stew simmers, bring the 1 1/2 cups water to a boil, stir in couscous, and remove from heat.
- Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Serve stew over couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.9, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 781.1, Carbohydrate 67, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 6.4, Protein 13.5
VEGETABLE STEW WITH COUSCOUS
Categories Soup/Stew Vegetable Stew Vegetarian Raisin Butternut Squash Winter Healthy Vegan Chard Mustard Greens Couscous Gourmet
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large non-stick skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and cook squash and onion with salt to taste, stirring occasionally, until browned lightly, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to moderately low and cook mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes, or until squash is almost tender.
- While squash mixture is cooking, in a small saucepan bring water to a boil. Stir in couscous and let stand, covered, off heat 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and salt to taste and keep warm, covered.
- Add mushrooms to squash mixture and sauté over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden. In a large measuring cup stir together broth, cider or juice, and flour. Stir broth mixture and raisins into vegetable mixture and simmer over moderate heat until sauce is thickened slightly, about 2 minutes. Place mustard greens or chard on top of stew and add salt to taste. Simmer stew, covered, 1 minute, or until greens are wilted.
- Serve stew with couscous.
Tips:
- For a richer stew, use a combination of vegetable and chicken or beef broth.
- Add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the stew for a deeper flavor.
- If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot or skillet.
- Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or couscous.
- Leftover stew can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Traditional vegetable stew is a hearty, flavorful, and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying stew that the whole family will enjoy.
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