Tajine Jaj

Tajine Jaj is a flavorful vegan Moroccan breakfast dish featuring a medley of spiced vegetables, chickpeas, and aromatic herbs, all slow-cooked to perfection. Served with warm bread, this dish offers a hearty start to the day, bursting with color and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, chopped
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, cooked (or 1 can, drained)
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Water - 200 milliliters
• Lemon - 1, juiced
• Harissa (optional) - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a tajine or a deep skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and chopped tomato. Stir well to combine.
5. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
6. Add the cooked chickpeas and pour in the water. Bring to a simmer.
7. Cover the tajine or skillet and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley, alongside warm bread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• Loaded with fiber from vegetables, aiding in digestion and satiety.

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