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Irresistible Homemade Comfort Food That Warms Your Soul

This Moroccan Chickpea Stew is a nourishing comfort food, filled with plant-based protein and rich flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 cup dry chickpeas soak them overnight for maximum tenderness
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juice
  • 4 cups veggie broth homemade or store-bought
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 pinch cinnamon
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro chopped
  • 1 whole lemon cut into wedges

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Soak the chickpeas in a large bowl of water overnight. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped carrots and diced celery, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and veggie broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Add the soaked chickpeas and cover. Reduce heat, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley or cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Always soak the dry chickpeas overnight for best results. Adjust spices to taste before serving.

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