ANDALUCIAN CHICKPEA AND SPINACH STEW

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Stew     Healthy

Yield 6 BOWLS

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup water
10 ounces baby spinach
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
Kosher salt
Pinch of saffron threads
2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of ground cloves
Pinch of freshly ground pepper
Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas with their liquid
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large tomato-peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
lemon juice
lemon zest
Crusty bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Pour the water into a large deep skillet and bring to a boil. Add the spinach leaves and cook over high heat, tossing frequently, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Drain the spinach in a colander, pressing hard on the leaves to extract the liquid. Coarsely chop the spinach. Using the flat side of a large knife, mash the garlic to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the saffron. Transfer the garlic paste to a small bowl. Add the paprika, cumin, cloves and black pepper and mash until combined. Stir in 1/4 cup of the chickpea liquid. Wipe out the skillet. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering. Add the onion and tomato and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until they are softened, about 3 minutes. Add the spiced garlic sauce to the onion and tomato in the skillet and cook for 1 minute. Add the chickpeas and the remaining liquid to the skillet. Add the raisins and bring to a boil over moderately high heat. Add the spinach, reduce the heat to moderate, and simmer for 15 minutes. Transfer the chickpea stew to 4 deep bowls, drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil on top, and serve.

ARIB Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of stews, but this one is really good. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I especially like the addition of spinach, which gives the stew a nice freshness.


vivian Xi
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This stew is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with chickpeas, spinach, and carrots, and the flavors are amazing. I especially like the addition of cumin and coriander. I served it with some rice, and it was a perfect meal


Xstrikered
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I love the simplicity of this stew. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but the flavors are amazing. I especially like the use of smoked paprika. I served it with some rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


terry tannehill
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting, and the flavors are so rich and satisfying. I especially like the addition of cumin and coriander. I served it with some crusty bread, and it was a perfect meal.


anumol jose
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I'm a vegetarian, and I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian dishes. This stew is a great addition to my repertoire. It's packed with protein and fiber, and the flavors are amazing.


MH Shobuj
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas and spinach. I added some chopped carrots and celery to mine, and it turned out really well. I served it with some rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Bianca Petersen
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I love this stew! It's so hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I especially like the smoky paprika. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.


Kalu Sarker
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This stew is easy to make and packed with flavor. I used canned chickpeas and spinach, and it still turned out great. I served it with some crusty bread and a side salad, and it was a perfect meal.


Our lord Allha
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I'm not a huge fan of stews, but this one is really good. The flavors are well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I especially like the addition of spinach, which gives the stew a nice freshness.


Xasan Jeylani ahmed
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This stew is amazing! I made it last night and my family loved it. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the chickpeas and spinach are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.