Spicy Chickpea and Tomato Stew
A hearty tomato-based stew with tender chickpeas, warming spices, leafy spinach, lemon, and fresh parsley.
Instructions
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Step 1
Dice the onion, mince the garlic, drain and rinse the chickpeas, and chop the parsley as noted.
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Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly golden.
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Step 3
Add the garlic and tomato paste. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the paste darkens slightly.
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Step 4
Stir in the cumin, paprika, and red chili pepper. Cook over medium heat until fragrant.
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Step 5
Add the crushed tomato, chickpeas, vegetable stock, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer over high heat.
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Step 6
Reduce to low heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the stew has thickened.
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Step 7
Stir in the spinach and cook over low heat until wilted.
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Step 8
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, then serve.