Tajine de Citron

Tajine de Citron is a vibrant Moroccan-inspired vegan dish that combines the zesty brightness of preserved lemons with hearty vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for a midnight feast, it brings an exotic flavor that is both comforting and refreshing.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrots - 2 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Preserved lemon - 1, pulp removed and rind diced
• Vegetable broth - 300 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or tajine over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced carrots, diced zucchini, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Stir in the chickpeas, diced preserved lemon, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cover, cooking for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld together.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• High in antioxidants from vegetables and spices, supporting overall health.

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