Spicy Chickpea Tagine Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian Spicy Chickpea Tagine, ready in under 40 minutes! This quick and easy recipe delivers a hearty and protein-packed meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner. The fragrant spices and tender chickpeas create a satisfying dish, best served with crusty bread (see recipe #260654 for a suggestion!).

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 426.7 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Chickpea Tagine

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How to Make Spicy Chickpea Tagine

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a tagine or large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), and a pinch of saffron (optional). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 (14.5 ounce) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 cup vegetable broth; and 1/2 cup chopped cilantro. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Stir in a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for extra brightness.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro, and accompanied by crusty bread (recipe #260654 recommended).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

11g

Carbs

19g