Tajine de Patates Douces

Tajine de Patates Douces is a vibrant and aromatic vegetarian Moroccan dish featuring sweet potatoes, a medley of vegetables, and fragrant spices. This colorful tajine is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making it a delightful treat for any palate.

Ingredients

• Sweet potatoes - 400 grams, peeled and cubed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, cooked or canned, drained
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, chopped for garnish
• Lemon - 1, cut into wedges for serving

Steps

1. In a tajine or large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the sliced carrot and chopped red bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Mix in the cooked chickpeas, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Cover the tajine or pot and let it cook for about 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
8. Remove from heat, and garnish with chopped cilantro.
9. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from sweet potatoes, supporting immune health.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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