Spicy Chickpea Tagine Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, and red pepper and bring to a simmer.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Add cilantro and almonds and cook for 5 minutes more.
7. Serve over a bed of couscous or rice.

Interesting Facts

• Tagine is a type of Moroccan dish cooked in a clay pot.
• Chickpeas are a great source of protein and fiber.
• Cumin and chili powder are two of the most popular spices used in Moroccan cooking.