{"id":423590,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:25","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=423590"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:03","slug":"winter-recipes-using-spicy-blends-with-fresh-herbs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/winter-recipes-using-spicy-blends-with-fresh-herbs\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Amazing Winter Recipes with Spicy Blends and Fresh Herbs to Warm Your Soul!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the chilly air settles in, it&#8217;s time to warm up your kitchen with some delicious flavors that will cozy up your soul. Imagine the aroma of spices dancing through the air while you whip up something comforting and vibrant. Let\u2019s explore two mouthwatering recipes that combine spicy blends and fresh herbs to make your winter nights extra special!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/winter-recipes-using-spicy-blends-with-fresh-herbs\/#Spicy_Moroccan_Chickpea_Stew\" >Spicy Moroccan Chickpea Stew<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/winter-recipes-using-spicy-blends-with-fresh-herbs\/#Spicy_Coconut_Curry_Soup\" >Spicy Coconut Curry Soup<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spicy_Moroccan_Chickpea_Stew\"><\/span>Spicy Moroccan Chickpea Stew<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/2291596\/pexels-photo-2291596.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spicy Moroccan Chickpea Stew\" title=\"Spicy Moroccan Chickpea Stew\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Zak Chapman on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/vegetable-dish-in-ceramic-cooking-pot-2291596\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LimeGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/moroccan-chickpea-stew-1760381434.jpg\" alt=\"Moroccan chickpea stew\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lazycatkitchen.com\/moroccan-chickpea-stew\/\" target=\"_blank\">Moroccan chickpea stew<\/a><\/strong> from Lazy Cat Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (12 reviews). Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Cyan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spicy-moroccan-chickpea-stew-1760381434.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy Moroccan Chickpea Stew\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hungryhealthyhappy.com\/spicy-moroccan-chickpea-stew\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spicy Moroccan Chickpea Stew<\/a><\/strong> from Hungry Healthy Happy<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (73 reviews). Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SandyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/moroccan-chickpea-stew-1760381434-1.jpg\" alt=\"Moroccan Chickpea Stew\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/217947\/moroccan-chickpea-stew\/\" target=\"_blank\">Moroccan Chickpea Stew<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (92 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This Spicy Moroccan Chickpea Stew is a delightful blend of spices and hearty vegetables that warms you from the inside out. The cooking technique involves simmering the ingredients slowly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a fragrant dish that is both satisfying and nutritious. The rich combination of spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon gives it a unique twist, making it a standout meal during chilly nights.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, diced<\/li>\n<li>3 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cumin<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground coriander<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)<\/li>\n<li>1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed<\/li>\n<li>1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes<\/li>\n<li>2 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1 cup carrots, sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup zucchini, diced<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Fresh cilantro, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this stew so special is its ability to adapt to whatever vegetables you have on hand. You can easily swap out the zucchini for spinach or add sweet potatoes for extra heartiness. Plus, it\u2019s packed with protein from the chickpeas, making it a fulfilling meal perfect for any night. The fresh cilantro sprinkled on top adds a burst of color and a refreshing finish that ties everything together beautifully!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/moroccan-inspired-chickpea-stew-recipe-easy-one-pot-1760381442.jpg\" alt=\"Moroccan inspired Chickpea Stew Recipe | EASY ONE POT ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cAGjoG0pA_A\" target=\"_blank\">Moroccan inspired Chickpea Stew Recipe | EASY ONE POT &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/moroccan-spiced-chickpea-stew-recipe-1760381442.jpg\" alt=\"Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea Stew Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DVELm2XMmbk\" target=\"_blank\">Moroccan-Spiced Chickpea Stew Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/full-time-meals-recipe-23-moroccan-chickpea-stew-1760381442.jpg\" alt=\"FULL TIME MEALS - Recipe #23 - Moroccan Chickpea Stew\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PVNJwg7FWsg\" target=\"_blank\">FULL TIME MEALS &#8211; Recipe #23 &#8211; Moroccan Chickpea Stew<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spicy_Coconut_Curry_Soup\"><\/span>Spicy Coconut Curry Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/15797984\/pexels-photo-15797984.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spicy Coconut Curry Soup\" title=\"Spicy Coconut Curry Soup\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Eaksit Sangdee on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/panaeng-curry-with-pork-sliced-m-in-red-curry-paste-and-coconut-milk-in-a-bowl-on-the-set-of-group-plates-thai-food-top-view-vertical-view-15797984\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Thistle\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coconut-curry-soup-1760381437.jpg\" alt=\"Coconut Curry Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodbymaria.com\/coconut-curry-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Coconut Curry Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Food By Maria<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chocolate\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coconut-curry-soup-recipe-1760381437.jpg\" alt=\"Coconut Curry Soup Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fitfoodiefinds.com\/spicy-thai-coconut-curry-soup-vegan\/\" target=\"_blank\">Coconut Curry Soup Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Fit Foodie Finds<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (18 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Orange\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spicy-thai-red-curry-soup-1760381437.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy Thai Red Curry Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spoonforkbacon.com\/spicy-thai-red-curry-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spicy Thai Red Curry Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Spoon Fork Bacon<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (11 reviews). Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Warm up with a bowl of Spicy Coconut Curry Soup that\u2019s bursting with flavors and creamy goodness. This recipe showcases a perfect balance of spicy and sweet, thanks to the coconut milk and curry paste that creates a velvety base. The cooking technique involves simmering everything together, allowing the ingredients to infuse and create a rich, aromatic soup that will make your taste buds sing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 tablespoon coconut oil<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, diced<\/li>\n<li>2 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ginger, grated<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons red curry paste<\/li>\n<li>1 can (14 oz) coconut milk<\/li>\n<li>3 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1 cup bell peppers, sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup snap peas<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>Juice of 1 lime<\/li>\n<li>Fresh basil or cilantro, for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This soup is a favorite for its versatility; you can mix and match vegetables based on what you have. The creamy coconut milk adds a comforting texture while the spices give it a kick that warms you right up. Topping it with fresh herbs like basil or cilantro not only enhances the flavor but also makes it look vibrant and inviting. It\u2019s the kind of dish that makes you want to curl up on the couch with a bowl in hand, soaking in the deliciousness!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Warm your soul this winter with two incredible recipes that combine spicy blends and fresh herbs for a delightful culinary experience that will have you craving more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":426383,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[3936],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-423590","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-soups","tag-winter-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/423590","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=423590"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/423590\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/426383"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=423590"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=423590"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=423590"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=423590"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}