Kerful13
Novice Foodie
Are you a vegetarian? Here's a simple chickpeas recipe! I love this simple dish so much!
So here's the recipe you should try!
So here's the recipe you should try!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup vegetable broth or water
- Fresh lemon juice, for serving
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
- Sauté Onion and Garlic:Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Swiss Chard:Stir in the chopped Swiss chard leaves. Cook for a few minutes until the chard wilts down.
- Add Chickpeas and Tomatoes:Add the drained chickpeas, diced tomatoes (with their juices), smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Pour in Broth or Water:Pour in the vegetable broth or water to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Braise the Mixture:Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the chickpeas to absorb the seasonings.
- Adjust Seasonings:Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or spices if needed.
- Finish and Serve:Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the braised chickpeas and chard just before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.
- Serve Warm:Serve the braised chickpeas with chard as is, or alongside cooked grains like rice or quinoa. It's also delicious with crusty bread for soaking up the flavorful sauce.
