Huerca Canija Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak and Cook Chickpeas
Rinse 1 cup of chickpeas and soak them in water overnight. The next day, drain and place them in a pot with fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare Vegetables
While the chickpeas are cooking, chop 1 medium onion, 3 medium tomatoes, and 2 cloves of garlic. Rinse and chop 2 cups of spinach.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet along with 1 teaspoon of cumin powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes break down and a sauce forms.
- 5
