Tajine de Noix de Coco

Tajine de Noix de Coco is a delightful vegan Moroccan dish that combines the rich flavors of coconut, spices, and seasonal vegetables, creating a comforting meal perfect for a midnight feast. The dish is slow-cooked to enhance the infusion of flavors, making it a nourishing and satisfying experience.

Ingredients

• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 200 g
• Carrot - 1 large, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Curry powder - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a tajine or a large pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and grated ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the diced carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper to the pot, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Stir in the curry powder, cumin, and cinnamon, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
4. Pour in the coconut milk and add the cooked chickpeas, stirring to combine everything well.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.

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