Spiced Chickpea & Spinach Skillet with Crispy Garlic
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoonolive oil
- 6 clovesgarlic
- 1yellow onion
- 2 tablespoontomato paste
- 1 teaspoonground cumin
- ½ teaspoonsmoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 2 can (15 oz each)canned chickpeas
- 1 can (14.5 oz)diced tomatoes
- ¾ cupvegetable broth
- 5 cupfresh spinach
- ·salt and black pepper
Prep
- 01
Thinly slice 6 cloves garlic.
- 02
Dice 1 yellow onion.
- 03
Drain and rinse 2 cans chickpeas.
Method
- 01
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until golden and fragrant, then transfer to a small plate.
- 02
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Add diced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- 03
Stir in tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until the spices bloom and smell fragrant.
- 04
Add drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced tomatoes with their juice, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- 05
Stir in spinach in batches, folding gently until wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- 06
Transfer to bowls and top with the crispy garlic. Serve warm.
Spice Tips
For deeper warmth, add 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or increase red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon. A pinch of ground coriander adds earthiness. Finish with fresh lemon juice or a squeeze of lime for brightness.