Lunch
Spicy Chickpea Stew
A hearty and comforting chickpea stew, simmered in a rich, tomatoey sauce and infused with the warm, aromatic spices of ras el hanout. Perfect for a nourishing lunch that feels like a hug in a bowl.
Method
- Heat the oil in a large pan and tip in the onion. Fry for 5-7 minutes until soft before adding the garlic and spices and frying for a further 2 minutes.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, tomato puree, and water. Stir well and simmer gently for 5 minutes until the tomatoes have broken down.
- Tip in the beans with their stock and stir well. Simmer gently for a 6-7 minutes until the stew has thickened.
- Stir through the spinach and harissa, if using, and continue stirring until the spinach has wilted.
- Serve sprinkled with feta along with some crusty bread.
