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Harissa Chickpea Stew Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful Harissa Chickpea Stew featuring smoky spices and tender chickpeas simmered in a rich tomato sauce, perfect as a comforting vegan meal served with fresh herbs and toasted almond flakes.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 30 ml / 2 tbsp olive oil, more if liked
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste, adjust to taste
  • 2 x 400 g / 14 oz canned tomatoes (peeled plum tomatoes preferred)
  • 2 x 400 g / 14 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 5 ml / 1 tsp sugar or sweetener (optional, e.g., date syrup)

To Serve

  • Chopped parsley or coriander/cilantro
  • Toasted almond flakes
  • Crusty bread (optional)
  • Pan-fried vegan sausages (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Onion: Heat 30 ml (2 tbsp) of olive oil in a large casserole pan over low heat. Add the finely diced onion and sauté gently until softened, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.
  2. Add Garlic: Stir in the chopped garlic and continue to sauté on low heat until the garlic loses its raw edge, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Incorporate Spices and Harissa: Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and harissa paste to the pan, coating the onion and garlic mixture evenly. Cook on low heat for about 30 to 60 seconds to release the aromas.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Simmer: Pour in the canned tomatoes, crushing the plum tomatoes with a potato masher before adding if preferred. Add some salt and approximately one can’s worth of water to loosen the sauce. Increase the heat to medium and allow the mixture to simmer for about 45 minutes until the tomato chunks break down and the sauce thickens. Stir occasionally, adding small splashes of water if the stew becomes too dry or chunky.
  5. Warm the Chickpeas: Stir in the drained chickpeas and heat through within the stew, ensuring they are fully warmed and blended with the sauce flavors.
  6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the stew and adjust seasoning as needed. If the tomatoes are too acidic or not sweet enough, add a teaspoon of sugar or your choice of sweetener like date syrup to balance the flavors.
  7. Serve: Divide the stew into bowls, then sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or coriander and toasted almond flakes. Serve alongside crusty bread and optionally add pan-fried vegan sausages for extra heartiness.

Notes

  • Simmering the tomatoes for 45 minutes is key to developing a rich and thick sauce.
  • Adjust harissa paste quantity based on how spicy you want the stew.
  • The dish improves in flavor when refrigerated and eaten the next day.
  • To make this gluten-free, ensure the bread or sides served are gluten-free as well.
  • Optional vegan sausages add protein and texture but can be omitted for a lighter meal.

Find it online: https://yumntasty.com/harissa-chickpea-stew-recipe/