(WSVN) - There’s no denying that soup is a major comfort food, and we’ve got a delicious, vegetarian-friendly dish that’s packed with exotic Middle Eastern flavors. Moroccan Chickpea Soup is on the menu — as we grab a Bite with Belkys.
The Chef: Belkys Nerey
The Dish: Moroccan Chickpea Soup
Courtesy: Gimmesomeoven.com
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small white onion, peeled and diced
1 large carrot, peeled and diced
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
4 cups vegetable stock
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas
1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cups roughly-chopped kale leaves or baby spinach
chopped fresh cilantro and fresh lemon wedges, for serving
Method of Preparation:
– Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrot and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent. (To save time, mince the garlic while the onion is cooking.) Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.
– Add in the vegetable stock, chickpeas, tomatoes, tomato paste, cumin, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes, and bring to a simmer. (While the soup is coming to a simmer, chop the kale and cilantro, and slice the lemon wedges.)
– Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the chopped spinach (or kale). Continue simmering for 3 minutes, until the spinach has slightly softened.
– Taste and season with your desired amount of salt and pepper.
**This recipe can also easily be made in the slow cooker! Just add all of the ingredients, minus the kale, to a large crock-pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. Then, once you’re ready to serve, stir in the spinach or kale and let it rest for about 3 minutes.
To Plate:
Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a fresh lemon wedge.
Serves: 6-8
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