Recipe Moroccan Chickpea Stew

Moroccan Chickpea Stew is a vibrant and hearty dish that showcases the rich flavors of North African cuisine. Packed with fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, and nutritious chickpeas, this stew is both satisfying and wholesome. It’s a perfect choice for a cozy meal and can be served over rice or with crusty bread.

Ingredients

• 450g fresh or frozen okra
• 10–12 sprigs fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 fresh tomatoes (or 250ml canned crushed tomatoes)
• 120ml vegetable broth
• ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
• 450g chickpeas, soaked
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon harissa (optional)

Method

1. Start by preparing the okra: trim the ends and cut into small pieces. Place in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil, then drain.
2. Dice the red bell pepper, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
3. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and sauté for 2-5 minutes before transferring it to a bowl.
4. In the same pan, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, ground cumin, okra, and half of the chopped parsley. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6. Add the soaked chickpeas to the pot along with salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
7. Allow the stew to sit covered for a few minutes. Before serving, stir in the harissa if desired and garnish with the remaining parsley.

Enjoy your Moroccan Chickpea Stew!