Description
This creamy and spiced chickpea stew features tender chickpeas simmered with turmeric, ginger, coconut milk, and leafy greens. It’s a one-pot, vegetarian-friendly dish with bold flavor and a comforting texture.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil, plus more for serving
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, finely chopped
- 1½ teaspoons ground turmeric, plus more for serving
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for serving
- 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 (15-ounce) cans full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable stock or chicken stock
- 1 bunch Swiss chard, kale, or collard greens, stems removed and leaves torn
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, for serving
- Plain yogurt, for serving (optional)
- Toasted pita, lavash, or flatbread, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and ginger. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3–5 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
- Stir in turmeric, red pepper flakes, and chickpeas. Season again with salt and pepper. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently, until chickpeas begin to brown. Set aside 1 cup for garnish.
- Lightly mash some chickpeas in the pot. Stir in coconut milk and stock, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy.
- Add the greens and cook for 3–7 minutes until wilted. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with reserved chickpeas, fresh mint, a drizzle of olive oil, and extra red pepper flakes. Add yogurt and flatbread on the side if desired.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the best texture and flavor.
- Spinach cooks quickly and can be used instead of chard, kale, or collards.
- For added brightness, finish with lemon or lime juice.
- Stew thickens as it sits—thin with water or stock when reheating if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (of 6)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
