Recipes
Easy Moroccan Turkey and Lentil Stew
Warm spices combine in this comforting stew that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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1/2 package (150 g)
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2 tbsp (30 mL)olive oil
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1onion, chopped
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1large carrot, chopped
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2cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp (5 mL)ground cumin
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1/2 tsp (2 mL)ground ginger
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1/2 tsp (2 mL)ground coriander
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1/4 tsp (1 mL)cinnamon
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1/4 tsp (1 mL)paprika
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1/4 tsp (1 mL)ground turmeric
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1/4 tsp (1 mL)each salt and pepper
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1 can (19 oz/540 mL)lentils, drained and rinsed
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1 can (19 oz/540 mL)diced tomatoes
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1 cup (250 mL)reduced sodium chicken broth
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1/2 cup (125 mL)pitted green olives
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4 cups (1 L)cooked couscous
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2 tbsp (30 mL)chopped fresh parsley
- Heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, carrot, garlic, cumin, ginger, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, salt and pepper for about 5 minutes or until softened.
- Stir in Lilydale® Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Strips, lentils, diced tomatoes, broth and green olives; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until slightly thickened and turkey is heated through.
- Serve over couscous; garnish with parsley.
Substitute Lilydale® Oven Roasted Carved Chicken Breast for turkey, if desired.
Recipe Overview
SERVES: 4
PREP TIME: 15 minutes
COOK TIME: 20 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes