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One-Pot Moroccan-Spiced Eggplant and Chickpea Tagine

Name: One-Pot Moroccan-Spiced Eggplant and Chickpea Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 large carrot, sliced; 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes; 1 cup vegetable broth; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon ground turmeric; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); Salt and black pepper, to taste; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus extra for garnish; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Cooked couscous or rice, for serving (optional)

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 29, 2026 | Updated May 12, 2026

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One-Pot Moroccan-Spiced Eggplant and Chickpea Tagine with measured ingredients, 55-minute timing, 4-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for one-pot, one-pan, skillet, casserole, and sheet-pan recipes.

Prep 15 min

Cook 40 min

Total 55 min

Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Moroccan-Inspired

Ingredients

Servings 4

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 large carrot, sliced
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup vegetable broth
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus extra for garnish
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cooked couscous or rice, for serving (optional)

Ingredients for One-Pot Moroccan-Spiced Eggplant and Chickpea Tagine

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cubed eggplant, red bell pepper, and carrot. Stir well and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat vegetables evenly and cook 1-2 minutes to release spices' aroma.
Pour in diced tomatoes with juice and vegetable broth; stir to combine.
Add chickpeas and bring mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until eggplant is tender and sauce thickens.
Stir in chopped cilantro, parsley, and lemon juice; adjust seasoning with extra salt or lemon juice as needed.
Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve hot over couscous or rice if desired, garnished with additional fresh herbs.