Greetings beautiful people! today I will teach you how to make delicious Moroccan Style potatoes
Potatoes are a beloved staple in many cuisines around the world, and Moroccan cuisine is no exception. One of the most popular and flavorful ways to prepare potatoes in Morocco is in a paprika based sauce, incorporating a rich and aromatic blend of spices, herbs, and other plant-based ingredients. Vegan Moroccan style potatoes are not only delicious, but also packed with nutrition, making them a favorite among both vegans and non-vegans alike. In this article, we will explore the history of vegan Moroccan style potatoes, their traditional preparation, and the key ingredients that make them unique and flavorful.
History of Vegan Moroccan Style Potatoes
Moroccan cuisine has a rich culinary history that dates back centuries, with influences from various cultures, including Berber, Arab, Moorish, and French. The country’s cuisine is known for its bold flavors, exotic spices, and unique combinations of ingredients.
The use of potatoes in Moroccan cuisine is a relatively recent addition, as potatoes were introduced to Morocco by the French during the colonial period in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Since then, potatoes have become a popular ingredient in Moroccan cuisine, and chefs and home cooks have adapted them to traditional Moroccan cooking techniques and flavors.
Morocco has a long history of plant-based cuisine, with a wide range of vegetables, legumes, and grains forming the foundation of many traditional dishes. The use of vegan ingredients in Moroccan cuisine can be traced back to the country’s agricultural heritage and its reliance on locally available plant-based foods. Vegan Moroccan style potatoes are a delicious example of how traditional Moroccan cuisine can be adapted to a vegan lifestyle without compromising on flavor or nutrition.
If you want to be fancy, use a tagine to impress your guests, but if you’re broke like me just use a stainless steel pot.
Preparation of Vegan Moroccan Style Potatoes
The preparation of vegan Moroccan style potatoes typically involves a combination of cooking methods, including sautéing, and stewing, to create a dish that is rich in flavor and texture. One of the key steps in preparing vegan Moroccan style potatoes is the use of a traditional Moroccan spice blend called ras el hanout, which is a complex mix of spices that adds depth and complexity to the dish though if you don’t have that readily available I’ll give you the basic spices required to make this work and it’s really delicious.
To begin, potatoes are peeled and cut into chunks, and then typically parboiled or fried briefly to partially cook them. This step helps to ensure that the potatoes are soft on the inside once they are fully cooked. The partially cooked potatoes are then typically sautéed in a mixture of aromatic vegetables, such as bell peppers and carrots but we can’t forget the garlic!
The spice blend adds a warm and fragrant flavor to the dish, which is characteristic of Moroccan cuisine. Other herbs and spices, such as parsley, cilantro, and saffron, may also be added to further enhance the dish’s flavor profile.
Overall this is a simple dish that’s packed with flavour, I am more than satisfied even eating this with bread, it’s that good!
Vegan Moroccan Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 potatoes sliced 1cm thick
- 4 medium carrots sliced 1cm thick
- 4 red bell peppers sliced 2 cm thick strips
- 6 cloves garlic thin sliced
- 2 medium red long chilis (mild) 2 cm thick slices
- 1 green chilli
- 1 slice lemon
- 1 handful fresh coriander / cilantro
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vegan chicken stock powder
- Water - to reach the top of the potatoes
Instructions
- slice the bell peppers to 2 cm thick strips
- same with the potatoes and carrots
- start off by heating olive oil in a pan
- add in the peppers, garlic and lemon slices
- after a minute of lightly frying add in the potatoes and carrots
- add in the corriander and spices
- fill with water until the potatoes are just about covered
- place a lid on and bring to boil until potatoes are soft
- sprinkle fresh cilantro and serve
