Spice Up Your Evening with This Exotic Plant-Based Creation: Spicy

Spice Up Your Evening with This Exotic Plant-Based Creation: Spicy

December 1, 2025 Written by Emily

Today’s Unique Plant-Based Creation: Spicy Moroccan Lentil Stew

As the weather starts to cool down, I find myself craving warm, comforting dishes that are not only delicious but also easy to prepare. That’s why today, I am excited to share with you my recipe for a Spicy Moroccan Lentil Stew. This flavorful dish combines the earthy taste of lentils with the exotic spices of Morocco, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for chilly evenings.

To make this Spicy Moroccan Lentil Stew, you will need the following ingredients:

  • 200g red lentils
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1L vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

To bring this dish to life, you will need the following kitchen tools:

  • chef’s knife
  • cutting board
  • large pot
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring spoons

Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Next, add the carrots and tomatoes, cooking until they begin to soften.

Once the vegetables have softened, add the red lentils, cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir everything together to combine the ingredients and coat the vegetables and lentils in the spices.

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the stew to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the flavors have melded together.

Just before serving, squeeze the juice of one lemon into the stew and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the Spicy Moroccan Lentil Stew hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

This delicious dish weighs approximately 1500g once cooked and serves 6. Each serving is about 250g and packs a flavorful punch with approximately 300 calories per serving.

One unique tip for this Spicy Moroccan Lentil Stew is to garnish each bowl with a dollop of vegan yogurt for added creaminess and a cool contrast to the spicy flavors of the stew. The tangy yogurt perfectly complements the earthy lentils and bold spices, taking this dish to the next level.

I hope you enjoy making this Spicy Moroccan Lentil Stew as much as I do. Feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or additional spices to suit your taste preferences. Let me know how it turns out for you and make it your own!

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