🇲🇦 Morocco · Food
Chickpea Taktouka
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇲🇦 MAA vibrant and comforting North African dish where chickpeas are simmered in a rich, spiced tomato base. Perfect as a hearty mezze or a light vegetarian main course.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Heat 45ml olive oil in a wide pan over medium flame until shimmering.
- 2
Add the finely diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking until soft but not browned, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Grate 3 large tomatoes directly into the pan, discarding the skins.
- 4
Stir in 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp cumin, and 1 tsp salt, letting the spices toast for 1 minute.
- 5
Add the 400g rinsed chickpeas, stirring to ensure every bean is coated in the tomato base.
- 6
Lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the chickpeas to absorb the flavors.
- 7
Stir in the chopped parsley and cilantro just before serving to maintain their fresh aromatic quality.
- 8
Serve warm with crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned chickpeas?+
Yes, canned is perfectly fine; just ensure they are well-rinsed and drained before adding.
Is this spicy?+
The recipe is mild, but you can add a pinch of chili flakes if you prefer a kick.
What if I can't find fresh cilantro?+
Parsley alone works, though it will lose the signature Moroccan herbal complexity.
How long can I store this?+
Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; it tastes even better the next day.
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