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Name: Spiced Sweet Potato & Chickpea Tagine
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 small sweet potato (about 150g), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1/2 small yellow onion, diced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, grated; 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes with juices; 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/8 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat); 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1/2 cup cooked couscous or 1 thick slice crusty bread (to serve); 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 tsp lemon zest; 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Spiced Sweet Potato & Chickpea Tagine

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This Spiced Sweet Potato & Chickpea Tagine delivers a vibrant tapestry of North African flavors in under 40 minutes. Sweet potatoes and chickpeas soak up a warmly spiced tomato broth, perfumed with cinnamon, cumin, smoked paprika, and fresh ginger. The stew is gently simmered until thick and hearty, and each spoonful is a celebration of sweet, earthy, and smoky notes. A final flourish of cilantro, lemon zest, and sesame seeds adds freshness and crunch, making it a nourishing solo dinner that feels both comforting and transportive. Perfect for a quick weeknight escape to the Saharan sunset.

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan or skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until beginning to soften.
Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
Add the sweet potato cubes, stirring to coat in the spices.
Pour in the diced tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
Add the chickpeas, season with salt and pepper, and simmer uncovered for another 10-12 minutes, until sweet potatoes are tender and the stew is thickened.
Taste and adjust seasoning. If stew gets too thick, add a splash more broth.
Serve the tagine hot over cooked couscous or with crusty bread.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, lemon zest, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for crunch and brightness.