How to Make Moroccan Squash, Chickpea, and Spinach Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Moroccan cuisine is known for its bold and complex flavors, and this Moroccan Squash, Chickpea, and Spinach Stew is no exception. Combining the sweetness of butternut squash, the earthiness of chickpeas, and the freshness of spinach, this hearty stew is a satisfying meal that is perfect for cool autumn evenings.

This recipe is a wonderful way to experience the rich and diverse flavors of Moroccan cooking. The stew is infused with warm spices such as cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, whi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (3/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 2 teaspoons ground sweet paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 (1 1/2) pound butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • ¾ cup sultana raisins
  • 3 teaspoons honey
  • 1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach
  • ½ cup flaked almonds
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ginger, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring well to ensure the spices don't stick and burn, for 2 minutes.
  • Add butternut squash, chickpeas, tomatoes, vegetable stock, raisins, and honey. Simmer until squash starts to break down, about 20 minutes.
  • While the soup is cooking, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread flaked almonds onto a baking sheet.
  • Toast nuts in the preheated oven, shaking the pan frequently, until they start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir spinach and cilantro into the soup; cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Ladle into bowls and garnish with toasted almonds.
  • Nutrition

    339 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 554mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 55g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 185mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1090mg