Andalusian Chickpea Spinach Stew with Paprika
A hearty and flavorful Mediterranean delight
This Andalusian chickpea spinach stew, enriched with smoky paprika, offers a comforting and nutritious meal that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your table.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Stew Base
For the Chickpeas
For the Spinach
Seasonings
Preparation
Preparing the Stew Base
Heat the oil
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté the onion
Add onion and sauté until translucent, around 5-7 minutes.
Add spices
Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, and ground cumin; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Use high-quality smoked paprika for an authentic flavor.
Preparing the Chickpeas and Spinach
Combine chickpeas and broth
Add the chickpeas, vegetable broth, and bay leaves to the pot.
Simmer
Bring to a simmer and let cook for 25-30 minutes to meld flavors.
Keep an eye on the broth level; add a little water if necessary to keep the stew moist.
Add spinach
Add spinach, stir in lemon juice, and cook until spinach wilts.
Crush a few chickpeas against the pot wall to naturally thicken the stew.
Cooking Process
Sautéing
Sauté onions until transparent and fragrant.
Simmering
Simmer the chickpeas with spices to infuse flavor.
Wilting
Gently fold in spinach towards the end of cooking.
Plating & Serving
Andalusian Chickpea Spinach Stew with Paprika
Andalusian Chickpea Spinach Stew with Paprika
Serving
Ladle the warm stew into shallow bowls, ensuring each serving gets a balanced mix of chickpeas and spinach.