Exquisite Celeriac Stew with Chickpeas and Slow-Roasted Tomatoes
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Delight in the harmonious blend of flavors in this exquisite dish. Succulent cherry tomatoes slow-roasted to perfection sit atop a flavorful celeriac and chickpea stew, offering a culinary experience that is both wholesome and satisfying.
Ingredients
For Celeriac Stew | |
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| 500 | grams cherry tomatoes |
| 1 | tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
| 4 | garlic cloves |
| 1 | teaspoon dried thyme |
| 1⁄2 | tablespoon sugar |
| salt and freshly ground pepper | |
| 1 | big celeriac, peeled and cubed |
| 1 | ounce can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed |
| 1 | chilli |
| 2 | onions, diced small |
| 2 | garlic cloves, chopped |
| olive oil | |
| 1 | teaspoon harissa |
| 1 | teaspoon mild paprika |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon smoked paprika |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon turmeric |
| 1 | teaspoon thyme |
| salt and freshly ground pepper | |
| sage leaves (optional) | |
Instructions
For Roasted Tomatoes | |
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| 1. | Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Grease a baking dish with olive oil and arrange the cherry tomatoes in it. |
| 2. | In a small bowl, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic, and thyme. Drizzle the mixture over the tomatoes, ensuring they are well coated. |
| 3. | Roast the tomatoes in the oven for about one hour, or until they are tender. Remove from the oven and set aside. |
For Celeriac Chickpeas Stew | |
| 1. | In a Dutch oven or cast iron pan over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté half of the diced onions until they sweat. |
| 2. | Add harissa, mild paprika, and smoked paprika. Fry for half a minute until aromatic. Add the cubed celeriac and season generously with salt. |
| 3. | Cover, and let it cook on low-medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, blend the remaining onion, garlic, chili, and olive oil into a pulp. |
| 4. | Once the celeriac is tender, add the chickpeas and the prepared pulp. Mix well, cover, and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. |
To Assemble the Dish | |
| 1. | Place a portion of the celeriac chickpea stew on a plate. Arrange the slow-roasted tomatoes on top. Drizzle some of the tomato juices/sauce over the dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste. |
Published on Oct 04, 2024 by Luminița