How to make the Libyan Mbakbaka pasta Recipe -جربتوا تعملوا المكرونة بالطريقة الليبية؟

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from rice

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber while rice pasta is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while canola is budget-friendly.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while frozen ones are often cheaper and convenient.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories, and canned beans are often more affordable.

Boil water in a large pot and add pasta; cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain pasta and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add canned tomatoes and chickpeas; stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.

Season with cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper; mix well.

Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed for moisture.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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