Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with Apricots & Almonds
Embark on a culinary journey with this fragrant Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with Apricots & Almonds. This dish is a delightful medley of seasonal vegetables, sweet apricots, and crunchy almonds, all simmered in a rich, aromatic broth. The tagine is a staple of Moroccan cuisine, known for its complex flavors and comforting warmth. This recipe is perfect for a midweek dinner, offering a healthy and satisfying vegetarian option. The combination of spices like cumin, cinnamon, and ginger creates a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the bustling markets of Marrakech.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 zucchini, chopped
1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
Couscous or rice for serving
Instructions
1
Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, zucchini, and sweet potato. Cook until slightly softened, about 8-10 minutes.
2
Add Spices and Liquids: Stir in chickpeas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, apricots, honey, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric. Season with salt and pepper. I did add in some green olives which really emphasized this dish. They're not in the ingredient list but it was about 1 cup of green olives.
3
Simmer: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cover. Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
4
Add Almonds: Stir in slivered almonds just before serving.
5
Serve: Serve hot over couscous or rice.
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