This carrot and chickpea tagine, a traditional Moroccan dish, is a simple yet incredibly flavorful meal that transports you to the heart of the Maghreb. This vegetarian and naturally gluten-free tagine releases warm aromas of cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, while the raisins add a touch of sweetness. The carrots are meltingly tender, and the chickpeas provide both texture and protein. Easy to prepare, this tagine is perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a unique side dish for a dinner party with friends. I served it with gluten-free couscous made from rice and corn. It's the perfect recipe for cooking carrots while enjoying a little escape. And yes, Moroccan cuisine can truly combine tradition, nutrition, and pleasure!

Moroccan carrot and chickpea tagine (gluten-free)

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Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time 45 minutes Total time 55 minutes

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4 Special regime:

Naturally gluten-free

Cooking method: Traditional Recipe themes: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Portions

• 600g carrots , cut into sticks
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 cloves of chopped garlic
• 400g of cooked chickpeas 1 drained can)
• 40g of raisins
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
• ^1/2 tsp cinnamon​_​
• ^1/2 _tsp of turmeric​
• Salt, pepper
• 500 ml of water or gluten-free vegetable broth
• Fresh coriander for serving

Preparation

1. In a casserole dish or tagine, fry the onion in olive oil until golden.
2. Add the garlic, spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric), then mix to release the aromas.
3. Stir in the carrots, chickpeas and raisins. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Pour in the water or stock. Cover and simmer over low heat for 35 to 40 minutes.
5. The carrots should be tender and the sauce slightly reduced.
6. Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, sprinkled with fresh coriander.

Keywords: Moroccan gluten-free cuisine, Moroccan vegetarian dish, gluten-free tagine recipe, chickpeas and carrots, easy tagine, traditional Moroccan recipe, vegan oriental dish

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