Spicy Spaghetti Adventure

Moroccan Spaghetti on a rustic ceramic plate, featuring al dente spaghetti in a spiced tomato sauce with cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and garlic. Mixed with spiced ground lamb and chickpeas, garnished with cilantro and toasted almonds, set on a wooden table with harissa sauce and a glass of mint tea in the softly blurred background.

Moroccan Spaghetti

Tired of the same old spaghetti? Get ready for a delicious adventure! This Moroccan Spaghetti is a unique twist on a classic, combining earthy spices with whole wheat pasta for a dish that's rich, aromatic, and absolutely unforgettable. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that proves comfort food can be both familiar and exciting. Don't forget the roasted peanuts for an extra, glorious crunch!
Portions:4
Preparation Time: 10 minuten
Cooking Time:20 minuten
Cost$4 per person
Share on Facebook Recept afdrukken

Equipment

  • knife
  • grater
  • spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingrediënten

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 235 ml water
  • 1 zucchini quartered and chopped
  • 15 ml peanut oil
  • 425 g cooked garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
  • 425 g tomato sauce
  • 40 g raisins
  • Handful roasted peanuts for garnish (optional)
  • 130 g whole wheat spaghetti broken into 3 pieces
  • 80 g diced red onion

Instructies

  • In a large pot, heat the peanut oil over medium heat.
  • Add the onion, garlic, zucchini, bell pepper, and raisins.
  • Cook for 4 minutes.
  • Add the cumin, paprika, ginger, and cinnamon, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce and beans, then stir in the broken spaghetti.
  • Add enough water to cover the pasta.
  • Sprinkle with salt.
  • Stir well, cover, and simmer over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the pasta doesn’t stick and there’s enough liquid.
  • Remove the lid and cook for another 5 minutes until the pasta is al dente and the liquid is absorbed.
  • Add more water or broth if needed.
  • Serve with a garnish of roasted peanuts, if desired.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:
For added depth, top your bowl with fresh cilantro or a drizzle of olive oil. This dish also pairs wonderfully with a light side salad to balance the flavors.
Wine Advice:
The aromatic and savory-sweet flavors of this dish need a wine that’s equally interesting. A light red wine, like a Pinot Noir from Oregon, with its earthy and fruity notes, would be a fantastic companion. For something different, a fruity RosĂ© from France would also work beautifully, its crispness and subtle berry flavors cutting through the richness of the spices. Either way, you’re in for a treat!

Nutritional Information

Calories: 370 kcal | Carbohydrates: 60 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 8 g | Fiber: 8 g | Sugar: 10 g | Salt: 0.6 g
————————————————————————————————–
Recipe Category Main Dish / Pasta
Country Moroccan
Season: Fall / Winter
Translate »