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Basic Spiced Chickpea Stew

This simple chickpea stew is perfect for a busy week. It's ready in under 30 minutes (plus cooking time for rice if used) and uses everyday ingredients, such as canned tomatoes, dried spices, onions and garlic. Top it over a bed of rice or add some greens for a budget-friendly, wholesome and satisfying meal.
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons cumin, ground
  • 2 teaspoons oregano, ground
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (28oz) can diced tomatoes (796 ml)
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 1 cup rice (optional)

Instructions

  • If your rice isn't cooked, start by cooking your rice according to package instructions.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onions and garlic and cook 5 minutes until fragrant. Add cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, turmeric and salt.
  • Stir in your diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste and chickpeas. Bring to a low boil, then simmer over low-medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. You can stir in some raw spinach in the last 5 minutes of cooking for a nutrition boost.
  • Serve on top of rice with vegetables if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.