How to make a delicious chickpea stew | Tu cocina fácil

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Frozen spinach is often less expensive and has a longer shelf life.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced bell pepper and cook until softened.

Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add chickpeas and season with cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt; stir to combine.

Add water or broth as needed and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until chickpeas are tender and flavors meld, about 30-40 minutes.

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