Chakchouka (Moroccan Veggie Stew)

Name: Chakchouka (Moroccan Veggie Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan Imperial & Coastal
Ingredients: 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 onion; 2 garlic cloves; 4 large red peppers; 1 red chili pepper; 2 can cherry tomatoes (14 ounce); 14.5 oz zucchini; 1 tbsp light brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 0.5 tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro

Grilled red peppers, cherry tomatoes and zucchini, warmed with chilli and cumin.

50 min · Serves 8 · Easy

Method

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Time: Prep 15 min · Cook 35 min · 50 min total
Difficulty: easy

1
Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a large saucepan, heat the oil over a medium heat, then add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes, or until tender.
5 min
2
Add the peppers, chilli and the tomatoes with their juices, cover and bring to the boil. Season, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
10 min
3
Add the zucchini and the sugar. Stir gently together, then cover again and return to the oven for a further 20 minutes.
20 min
4
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, cumin and chopped coriander with 3 tablespoons cold water. Season.
5
Preheat the broiler to high. Transfer the vegetable mixture into a flameproof serving dish.
6
Adjust the seasoning to taste, then pour the egg mix over the vegetables in a thin layer. Place under the hot broiler, uncovered, and broil for 4-5 minutes until the egg is just set. Remove from the broiler and allow to cool slightly before serving.
5 min