Vegetable Tagine

Ingredients:

• 2 medium-sized potatoes, sliced
• 2 carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or coriander for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the base: In a tagine pot or deep skillet, drizzle 1 tbsp of olive oil and layer the onion slices evenly.
2. Layer the vegetables: Arrange the vegetables in layers, starting with potatoes, followed by carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, and tomato slices.
3. Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the vegetables.
4. Drizzle olive oil: Pour the remaining olive oil over the seasoned vegetables.
5. Cook: Cover the tagine pot and cook on low heat for 30–40 minutes, until the vegetables are tender. If using a skillet, ensure to cover it tightly.
6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley or coriander before serving. Enjoy with warm bread or rice.