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Easy • Vegetarian

Golden Chickpea and Spinach Fry

A vibrant and quick vegetarian skillet meal, packed with spices, chickpeas, and fresh spinach.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
3
Level
Easy
Golden Chickpea and Spinach Fry

Color, flavor, and speedy delivery – that's what this Golden Chickpea and Spinach Fry is all about! It’s a delightful vegetarian dish that comes together incredibly fast, making it perfect for those evenings when you need something wholesome and satisfying, pronto. Earthy spices, tender chickpeas, and wilted spinach create a comforting and super flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Yield: 3 servings

Main

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.

  3. Step 3

    Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas and vegetable broth to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to reduce slightly.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in the fresh spinach a handful at a time. Cook, stirring, until all the spinach has wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat, stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Tips

  • Serve this as a side dish, or with warm pita bread, naan, or over rice for a complete meal.
  • For a creamier texture, mash about a quarter of the chickpeas before adding them to the skillet.
  • Add a dollop of plain yogurt or a drizzle of tahini for an extra layer of flavor.

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