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Quinoa with Moroccan Winter Squash and Carrot Stew

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Quinoa with Moroccan Winter Squash and Carrot Stew

Quinoa with Moroccan Winter Squash and Carrot Stew

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Equipment

  • - Non-stick Skillet with Lid: Ideal for evenly cooking winter squash and vegetables without sticking.

  • - Quality Stainless Steel Stock Pot (3 Qt): Perfect for boiling quinoa and preparing stew, offering good heat distribution.

  • - High-Sided Saucepan with Lid: Useful for making large batches of soup or stews comfortably.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped

  • 2 teaspoons Hungarian sweet paprika

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • Pinch of saffron

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 3 cups 1-inch cubes peeled butternut squash (from 1 1/2-pound squash)

  • 2 cups 3/4-inch cubes peeled carrots

  • 1 cup quinoa*

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion

  • 1/4 cup finely chopped peeled carrot

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

  • 2 cups water

  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided

  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint, divided

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; sauté until soft, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; stir 1 minute. Mix in paprika and next 8 ingredients. Add 1 cup water, tomatoes, and lemon juice. Bring to boil. Add squash and carrots. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
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Instruction 2

Rinse quinoa; drain. Melt butter with oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and carrot. Cover; cook until vegetables begin to brown, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, salt, and turmeric; sauté 1 minute. Add quinoa; stir 1 minute. Add 2 cups water. Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
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Instruction 3

Rewarm stew. Stir in half of cilantro and half of mint. Spoon quinoa onto platter, forming well in center. Spoon stew into well. Sprinkle remaining herbs over.
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Instruction 4

*A grain with a delicate flavor and a texture similar to couscous; available at natural foods stores.
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