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Fusion kimchi is perfect for vegan and gluten-free diets. Probiotic kimchi recipe for Indian and Asian meals.
by [Archana Potdar] · This post may contain affiliate links · 29 Comments
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An excellent example of Lebanese cuisine this vegan stew is flavoured with jeera/cumin, za’atar and charred bell peppers.
An ideal dish for those busy days when you need something easy to cook. Works well for lazy weekends too (lol) I like to look at positives in life!
On this day when India’s lockdown is extended and though vegetables are available we did not want to step out to buy anything. Also, since I am used to maids and cooks I am trying to make one-pot meals that can be eaten with bread or pav, rice.
My family has developed a lot of love for Mediterranean Cuisine. Needless to say, Lebanese cuisine which is based on the ancient Levant, the regions of Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Israel and of course Lebanon is much appreciated.
Before we start looking at the stew let us explore Lebanese Cuisine.
The Lebanese eat a lot of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and seafood. In the coastal regions, you may be served lamb in the mountains goat however poultry is eaten more often than red meat. Garlic, olive oil and lemon juice along with Chickpeas and parsley are staples in the Lebanese diet.
Of course, it is not only the ingredients which tahini, legumes, olive oil, and other fresh herbs and vegetables the way the food is cooked too is very healthy.
The food is generally grilled, baked or sautéed in olive oil. The use of butter or cream is rare if used only in a few desserts.
The food is seasonal and vegetables are often eaten raw, pickled, or cooked.
In case you are planning to use aubergine, cauliflower, zucchini, beans consider these options
These are of course suggestions I am yet to try them out.
If you cook chicken add it too, maybe lamb or goat too will make this stew delicious.
This Lebanese Chickpea Stew I have made today I am redoing for pictures and updating the method as my daughter said she could not follow the steps. Here is my older picture. This recipe is copied from here.
The Mediterranean Cuisine Variations:
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Vaishali says
Chick pea stew sounds very interesting . Zaatar is a awesome flavour and somehow it enhances the dishes . Great recipe .
Srivalli Jetti says
This one surely looks so spicy Arch..interesting stew with chickpea!
Priya Suresh says
Wow, zaatar in stew, definitely a flavourful Lebanese stew Archana, lovely dish.
Harini Rupanagudi says
wow! I was looking for recipes to use up za'atar and this sounds just perfect. Looks splendid!
Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth says
Beautiful color for the soup... I would love to try this, mainly to know how it tastes with zaatar in it...
Sowmya says
Thank you so much for linking your recipe Archana. Happy New Year. This is such a flavourful recipe.
Sandhiya says
Such a healthy and fulfilling soup !!! I'm sure that the Zatar make it so flavorful & delicious!!!
Priya says
awesome. feels like eating it immediately. Wish if I could have taken out from my laptop screen. really mouth watering recipe. I am yet to make myself aware of zaater....
Chef Mireille says
another excuse to use my za'atar - love it
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Nisha Ramesh says
Lebanese cuisine is great arch. It has so many recipes that suits our Indian tastebud. 🙂 Love this chickpea stew.
Jayashree says
This looks so flavourful. Addition of capsicum and zatar must have enriched the taste.
ArchanaPotdar says
Yes, it was yummy Jayashree.
Jagruti says
We love Lebanese cuisine and flavours of za'atar and other spices enhance the taste of their dishes. INviting 🙂
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks Jagruti
sujitha says
So deliciously made curry.. Can dig a bowl of curry with roti..
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thank you.
Pavani says
That is such a delicious variation to our very own chana masala. Addition of tomato ketchup sounds interesting -- must have added a nice tang and sweetness to the dish. Good one Archana.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Seema says
I have a tagine that I a looking forward to put to use. This chickpea stew with the Lebanese flavours will be perfect if cooked in it.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks a tagine is exactly what I am missing and can imagine the flavours.
Amrita Roy says
Good to know about the Lebanese cuisine. This stew looks so comforting. Also, charred bell pepper will give a smoky flavor to the stew... Totally love it
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Preethicuisine says
Lebanese vegan chickpea stew sounds so flavourful and Delish. Would love to try this stew as my family loves chickpea. Zatar is an interesting spice blend.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Jayashree T.Rao says
Vegan Lebanese Chickpea Stew looks flavoursome. It is ideal to pair with some hot parathas. Bookmarked.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Mayuri Patel says
This a wonderful Lebanese Chickpea Stew recipe. A bit different from the usual chickpea curries Indian style. With parsley and za'atar the flavours must be so good.
ArchanaPotdar says
🙂 Thanks, Mayuri.