Tajine de Piment Rouge Foncé

Tajine de Piment Rouge Foncé is a vibrant and flavorful Moroccan dish that showcases the rich taste of dark red peppers, combined with aromatic spices and tender vegetables. Perfect for a midnight meal, this vegan tajine is both comforting and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Dark red bell peppers - 2 large, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Canned chickpeas - 240 grams, drained and rinsed
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 300 milliliters
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large tajine or skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced dark red bell peppers, sliced zucchini, and carrot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Add the canned chickpeas, tomato paste, cumin, cinnamon, and paprika. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Cover the tajine or skillet and let it simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Once the vegetables are tender and the flavors melded, remove from heat.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from dark red bell peppers which may help reduce inflammation.
• High in fiber from chickpeas and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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