Marak Dar Marhzin (Pumpkin Stew) Recipe

Name: Marak Dar Marhzin (Pumpkin Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 ½ teaspoons turmeric; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 cups water; 1 lb butternut squash or 1 lb sugar pumpkin, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 lb sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 2 teaspoons harissa (to taste); ¾ cup raisins or ¾ cup dried cherries; 3 teaspoons honey; kosher salt and black pepper, to taste; fresh parsley leaves, for garnish; lemon wedge, for serving

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons turmeric
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
2 cups water
1 lb butternut squash or 1 lb sugar pumpkin, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 lb sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 teaspoons harissa (to taste)
¾ cup raisins or ¾ cup dried cherries
3 teaspoons honey
kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
fresh parsley leaves, for garnish
lemon wedge, for serving

1
In a small frying pan, heat the oil and add onions.
2
Cook gently for 5 minutes, then add garlic, turmeric, ginger and cinnamon.
3
Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes until the paste becomes slightly aromatic.
4
Transfer mixture to the base of a large tagine.
5
Add carrots and water, stir, and cover the tagine.
6
Cook for 10 minutes.
7
Add squash, sweet potato, chickpeas, harissa, raisins and honey, plus salt and pepper to taste.
8
Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender.
9
Garnish with parsley leaves, and serve with couscous and lemon wedges to squeeze over the vegetables.

1177

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 1 ½ teaspoons turmeric, and more.

Yes, Marak Dar Marhzin (Pumpkin Stew) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Marak Dar Marhzin (Pumpkin Stew)

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