Spiced Fish Stew

Spiced Fish Stew is a vibrant and aromatic Lebanese dish that showcases the rich flavors of the Mediterranean with a variety of spices. This vegetarian seafood-inspired stew is hearty, warming, and perfect for a cozy dinner for two.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Tomatoes - 400 grams, diced (canned or fresh)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, cooked or canned, drained
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - a handful, chopped, for garnish
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chickpeas, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Once the stew is thickened and the vegetables are tender, stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Serve the stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, aiding in muscle repair and recovery.
• Loaded with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables, supporting overall health.

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