Classic Moroccan Spiced Chickpeas and Lentils Stew

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil(paid link)
• 1 medium onion(paid link)
• 3 clove garlic(paid link)
• 1 inch ginger(paid link)
• 1 ½ tsp cumin(paid link)
• 1 tsp coriander(paid link)
• ½ tsp turmeric(paid link)
• ¼ tsp cinnamon(paid link)
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper(paid link)
• 14 ½ oz diced tomatoes(paid link)
• 4 cup vegetable broth(paid link)
• 15 oz canned chickpeas(paid link)
• ½ cup brown lentils(paid link)
• 1 tsp salt(paid link)
• ½ tsp black pepper(paid link)
• ½ cup fresh cilantro(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. 5

   Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Add rinsed chickpeas and rinsed brown lentils. Season with salt and black pepper.

7. 7

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

   25 min

8. 8

   Stir in fresh cilantro before serving.

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