Courgette Gumbo
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This courgette gumbo has become one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and costs just a few pounds to make. The beauty of this dish is how the tender courgettes soak up all those warm spices while the chickpeas add protein and fiber to keep you satisfied. I love that it's naturally vegetarian, hearty enough to feel like real comfort food, and actually good for you. It's the kind of recipe that tastes like you've spent hours in the kitchen when really you're done from start to finish in 45 minutes.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gcourgettes
- 1onion
- 3 ggarlic
- 1 gred bell pepper
- 400 gcanned tomatoes
- 2 gtomato paste
- 59 mlvegetable oil
- 1 gcurry powder
- 1 gcumin powder
- 1 gpaprika
- 1 gsalt(to taste)
- 1 gblack pepper(to taste)
- 200 gchickpeas
- 2 gwheat flour
- 400 mlwater
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Tip: For an authentic gumbo experience, use a cast-iron pot.
- 2
In a large pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
Tip: You can also use a pressure cooker for a quicker cooking time.
- 3
Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, and cook until softened.
Tip: This step is crucial in bringing out the flavors.
- 4
Add the curry powder, cumin powder, and paprika, and stir well.
Tip: The spices will fill your home with a delicious aroma.
- 5
Add the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper, and stir well.
Tip: This step will thicken the gumbo as it cooks.
- 6
Add the courgettes and cook until tender.
Tip: You can also add other vegetables like carrots or zucchini.
- 7
Add the chickpeas and stir well.
Tip: This will add protein and texture to the gumbo.
- 8
Gradually add the wheat flour and water mixture, stirring constantly.
Tip: This will thicken the gumbo to your liking.
- 9
Simmer the gumbo over low heat for 10 minutes.
Tip: You can serve it hot or cold, depending on your preference.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Tip: Enjoy your delicious courgette gumbo!
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