CHICKPEAS WITH SPINACH
Provided by Joyce Goldstein
Categories Egg Leafy Green Vegetable Appetizer Side Sauté Dinner Spinach Legume Chickpea Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Pick over the chickpeas, discarding any misshapen peas or grit, rinse well, and soak overnight in water to cover. The next day, drain the chickpeas and put them in a saucepan with water to cover by 2 inches. Tie together 4 of the garlic cloves, the onion, and the bay leaf in a piece of cheesecloth and add the sachet to the pan. Add the optional ham hock only if you will not be adding salt cod later, and then bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered, adding 2 teaspoons salt (less if using the ham hock) after the first 10 minutes of cooking, until the chickpeas are tender, about 1 hour. Remove the pan from the heat, and remove the sachet from the pan. Leave the chickpeas in their cooking liquid. Discard the ham bone. Untie the sachet, discard the bay leaf, and reserve the garlic and onion.
- Place the spinach in a saucepan with only the rinsing water clinging to its leaves and cook over medium heat, stirring and turning constantly with tongs, until wilted, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain well in a sieve, pressing with the back of a spoon. If the leaves seem stringy or too big, you can chop them a bit more. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a small sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the bread and the remaining 3 uncooked garlic cloves and fry, turning as needed, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a blender or small processor, add the saffron, and pulse until pulverized. Add the onion and garlic reserved from the chickpeas, the cumin, paprika, and 1 cup of the chickpea cooking liquid and purée until smooth.
- Add the purée and the spinach to the cooked chickpeas along with the salt cod or the ham, whichever you are using. Place the mixture over low heat, stir well, and bring to a simmer. If it seems dry, add a little water as needed so the stew is spoonable. Season to taste with salt and lots of pepper. Taste and balance the seasoning with vinegar.
- Transfer to a serving dish. If serving with the optional eggs, top with the fried eggs and serve hot, or with the hard-boiled eggs and serve warm.
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Loteka Saha
[email protected]This recipe seems like it would take a long time to make. I'll have to plan ahead.
Pinkyfunsized
[email protected]I'm not sure where to find some of the ingredients for this recipe. I'll have to do some research.
Golimhasan Mehedi
[email protected]This recipe is too expensive to make. I'll have to find a more affordable option.
Sheikh Mohammad Ali
[email protected]This recipe is missing some key ingredients. I'll have to add them myself.
Lucky Don Abdul
[email protected]I'm allergic to spinach, so I'll have to find a different recipe.
Fikerdagnachew Fiker
[email protected]This recipe looks way too complicated. I'm not going to attempt it.
Naya Bilal
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chickpeas, so I'll probably substitute another bean.
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[email protected]This recipe seems a bit bland. I might add some extra spices or herbs.
Jasmine Rogers
[email protected]I'm not sure about the combination of chickpeas and spinach, but I'm willing to give it a try.
Sar min
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas and spinach.
ahmad Ghafur
[email protected]I'm definitely going to make this dish for my next dinner party.
doorga durga
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
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[email protected]I love that this recipe is vegan and gluten-free. It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.
Thomas Ekpor
[email protected]The best part about this recipe is that it's so versatile. You can add different vegetables, spices, or even a different type of bean. It's a great way to clean out your fridge and use up leftovers.
Java Android
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it's ready in no time. It's a great option for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.
Charity Martha
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but this recipe changed my mind. The chickpeas were cooked perfectly and the spinach added a nice touch.
Keaubre Eason
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The chickpeas and spinach are packed with nutrients, and the spices add a delicious flavor boost.
Naruto wilf
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures.
Lekgawu Herna
[email protected]This chickpea and spinach dish was a delightful surprise! The flavors of the chickpeas, spinach, and spices blended perfectly, creating a satisfying and flavorful meal.