Authentic Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with Nadia Terry 🍅🥕

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and still provide protein.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water + herbs

💰Cheaper: water

Using water with herbs is cost-effective and still flavorful.

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Yellow squash is similar in texture; cabbage is more economical.

eggplant

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: cooked potatoes

Mushrooms add umami; potatoes are more filling and less expensive.

Start by explaining what a tagine is and its traditional use.

Since the induction stove doesn't accept a tagine, use a shallow dish or a normal pan instead.

Chop celery and place it at the bottom of the pan to prevent vegetables from sticking.

Slice potatoes very thinly and add them to the pan.

Chop green peppers and add them to the mixture.

Slice courgettes and add them to the pan.

Chop aubergine and add it to the pan, suggesting alternatives if someone doesn't like it.

Mention that you can use any vegetables you prefer, such as peas, cauliflower, butternut squash, or sweet potatoes.

Add spices: cumin, paprika, coriander powder, black pepper, turmeric, and ginger, emphasizing their health benefits.

Add chopped or blended garlic (2-3 cloves) to the mixture.

Pour in olive oil and tomato passata, explaining that passata is used for a smoother texture without bits.

Mix all the ingredients in the pan to combine them well.

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