Instruções

• 1 - Sauté Aromatics:
  Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and aromatic.
• 2 - Add Spices:
  Stir in ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and add the cinnamon stick. Cook for 2 minutes until spices release their fragrance.
• 3 - Simmer Chickpeas and Tomatoes:
  Add chickpeas to the pan, followed by chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir well, bring to a simmer, then cook uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened.
• 4 - Incorporate Spinach:
  Add fresh spinach leaves to the chickpea stew. Stir occasionally until spinach wilts evenly into the mixture.
• 5 - Season and finish:
  Remove the cinnamon stick. Add lemon juice along with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly and let stew rest for a couple of minutes.
• 6 - Garnish and Serve:
  Serve the spiced chickpea espinacas hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro if desired, alongside warm rustic bread or rice.