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Saffron Moroccan Stew

Saffron Moroccan Stew
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 large red pepper, chopped
  • 1 large green pepper, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ¼ tsp cayenne
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • ½ tsp saffron threads
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 15 oz can chickpeas
  • 1 15 oz can dice tomatoes
  • salt and pepper to taste

Corn Starch Slurry

  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp water

Instructions
 

  • Heat the dutch oven over medium high heat, add some broth for water sauteing. Add the onions, garlic, and peppers and saute for 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  • Stir in the sugar and spices and stir and cook for 1 minute to allow the spices to bloom. Add the potatoes, tomatoes, chickpeas and remaining broth. Bring to a boil and lower temperature to a simmer and cover and cook until the potatoes are tender about 30 minutes
  • Meanwhile, combine the cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
  • Once the potatoes are tender, bring the stew to a simmer and add the slurry and stir and allow to thicken. Serve and enjoy.

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Keyword Beans, Gluten Free, Moroccan, Oil Free, Plant Based, Starch Solution, Stew, Vegan
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