Jul 09 2026
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Chickpea Stew Recipe

Inspired by The Green Chicpea
Time2h 30m
Serves6

Slow-cooked chickpeas with spices and vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Soak Chickpeas

    Rinse the dried chickpeas under cold water. Place them in a large bowl and cover with water. Let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    While the chickpeas are soaking, dice the carrots, chop the onion, and dice the celery. Mince the garlic and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Drain and Rinse Chickpeas

    After soaking, drain the chickpeas and rinse them under cold water.

  2. 4

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  3. 5

    Add Vegetables and Spices

    Add the diced carrots, cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.

  4. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the drained chickpeas, vegetable broth, and canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Stir to combine.

  5. 7

    Slow Cook

    Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chickpeas are tender.

  6. 8

    Add Spinach

    In the last 10 minutes of cooking, stir in the fresh spinach until wilted. Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Ladle the chickpea stew into bowls. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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