How do I cook a vegan moroccan tagine?

Experience the magic of Moroccan flavors with our vegan-friendly Moroccan Tagine recipe! A plant-based delight that satisfies every craving.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I cook a vegan Moroccan Tagine. Items include: olive oil onion garlic cloves carrot bell pepper zucchini chickpeas diced tomatoes tomato paste ground cumin ground coriander ground cinnamon ground turmeric paprika saffron threads fresh cilantro or parsley

olive oil 2 tablespoons
onion 1 (diced)
garlic cloves 3 (minced)
carrot 1 large (peeled and sliced)
bell pepper 1 (chopped)
zucchini 1 (chopped)
chickpeas 1 cup (drained and rinsed)
diced tomatoes 1 cup (canned or fresh)
tomato paste 1 tablespoon
ground cumin 1 teaspoon
ground coriander 1 teaspoon
ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon
ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon
paprika 1/2 teaspoon
saffron threads a pinch (optional for extra luxury)
fresh cilantro or parsley a handful (chopped, for garnish)

Take note
Be sure to use a tagine or a heavy-based pot with a tight-fitting lid when cooking this dish. The lid helps retain moisture and create those tender, melt-in-your-mouth textures. Also, be careful when handling the hot tagine or pot as it will get very, very hot!

1

Prepare the ingredients

Chop all your veggies, gather your spices, and get ready for a flavor explosion! For this recipe, you will need 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 onion (diced), 3 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 large carrot (peeled and sliced), 1 bell pepper (any color, chopped), 1 zucchini (chopped), 1 cup of chickpeas (drained and rinsed), 1 cup of diced tomatoes (canned or fresh), 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground coriander, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, a pinch of saffron threads (optional for extra luxury), and a handful of fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped, for garnish).

2

Sauté the onions and garlic

Heat the olive oil in a tagine or a heavy-based pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become fragrant and slightly golden, about 5 minutes. This aromatic combo will lay the flavor foundation for your tagine.

3

Add the veggies and spices

Now it's time to bring in the veggies and spices! Add the sliced carrot, chopped bell pepper, and zucchini to the pot. Give them a good stir to coat them with the aromatic goodness. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, and paprika. For an extra touch of Moroccan luxury, you can crumble in a pinch of saffron threads. Now, close your eyes and take a deep breath – can you already smell the tantalizing aroma in the air?

4

Simmer, cover, and relax

Pour in the diced tomatoes, followed by the tomato paste. Give everything a gentle stir to combine. It's time to let the magic happen! Reduce the heat to low, cover the tagine or pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let the flavors simmer and mingle for about 25-30 minutes. This slow-cooking process will result in tender veggies and a rich, flavorful sauce.

5

Add the chickpeas and garnish

Once the veggies have softened to your liking, it's time to add the chickpeas. Pour in the drained and rinsed chickpeas, and give everything a final stir. Let the tagine simmer for another 5 minutes to heat up the chickpeas. While you wait, chop up a handful of fresh cilantro or parsley for a vibrant garnish. Sprinkle it over the tagine right before serving, and let the colors pop!

6

Serve and indulge

Congratulations, you've made it to the grand finale! Now it's time to plate up your spectacular Moroccan Tagine and savor every glorious bite. Serve it with fluffy couscous or warm crusty bread to soak up that irresistibly tasty sauce. Take a moment to appreciate the explosion of flavors, the vibrant colors, and the mouthwatering aroma – you've just conquered the world of vegan Moroccan cuisine!

7

Leftovers? No problem!

If you have leftovers, don't fret! The flavors of this tagine actually deepen and develop overnight. Simply store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. The next day, you'll have an even more flavorful Moroccan Tagine to enjoy!