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Delicious Moroccan Potato Tagine Recipe

Delicious Moroccan Potato Tagine Recipe - Comfort in Every Bite

This Delicious Moroccan Potato Tagine transforms simple ingredients into a heartwarming vegetarian meal that's perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 cup Onions Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Grated
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Potatoes Cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 2 cups Carrots Thick rounds
  • 1 cup Red bell pepper Diced
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 0.5 grams Saffron Optional
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes With juices
  • 3 cups Vegetable broth
  • 1 piece Preserved lemon Chopped
  • 1 cup Green olives Pitted
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained
For Seasoning and Garnish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro For garnish
  • 0.5 cup Parsley For garnish
  • 2 pieces Lemon wedges Serve alongside

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions with a pinch of salt and sauté for 8–10 minutes until soft and golden.
  2. Add the Garlic and Ginger: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Toast the Spices: Incorporate ground spices into the pot, toasting for 30–60 seconds until aromatic.
  4. Cook the Potatoes: Add potatoes to the pot and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Incorporate Remaining Vegetables: Mix in remaining vegetables and stir gently.
  6. Simmer to Perfection: Cover and simmer for 35–45 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  7. Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning. Let rest for 5–10 minutes off heat.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Serve over couscous or rice and garnish with cilantro and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This tagine tastes even better as leftovers and is perfect for meal prep.

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