How to Make Moroccan Vegan Tagine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Moroccan cuisine is known for its rich and flavorful dishes that are often a fusion of sweet and savory flavors. One of the most popular Moroccan dishes is the tagine, a stew that is often cooked in a traditional clay pot of the same name. The tagine is a versatile dish that can be made with meat, poultry, or seafood, but it can also be made entirely plant-based, making it a perfect option for vegans and vegetarians.

This Moroccan Vegan Tagine recipe is a delicious and aromatic stew t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups water, or as needed
  • 1 cup uncooked green lentils
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, finely ground
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 13 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 38 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place water and lentils in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until lentils are tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet or tagine over medium-high heat. Saute onions until browned and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, turmeric, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in the cooked lentils, potatoes, crushed tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and carrots. Pour in vegetable broth; reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    360 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 475mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 13g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1223mg