## Garlic Chickpeas And Spinach Curry Recipe (Middle Eastern Style)

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Garlic Chickpeas And Spinach Curry Recipe** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Middle Eastern Dinner**, this dish is **High Protein Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 15 minutes
**Cook time:** 45 minutes
**Total time:** 60 minutes

**Cuisine:** Middle Eastern
**Course:** Dinner
**Diet:** High Protein Vegetarian

### Ingredients for Garlic Chickpeas And Spinach Curry Recipe:

* 1 cup Kabuli Chana (White Chickpeas)
* 1 cup Spinach Leaves (Palak)
* 1 Onion – sliced
* 2 Tomatoes – sliced
* 12 Garlic – cloves
* 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
* 1 teaspoon Cumin powder (Jeera)
* 1 teaspoon Paprika powder
* 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* Garam masala powder – a pinch
* Salt – to taste

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Garlic Chickpeas And Spinach Curry Recipe:

1. drain the soaking water and cook with 4 cups of water, turmeric and salt in a pressure cooker.
2. Allow the cooker to release one whistle, after which reduce the heat, and continue to cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
3. Then, turn the cooker off and allow it to cool down till the pressure escapes naturally.
4. Meanwhile, wash the baby spinach leaves thoroughly in running water and remove the stalks.
5. If you using normal spinach instead of baby spinach, tear the leaves up roughly, in two or three parts per leaf.
6. Place a heavy bottom pan or kadhai on the heat, add the sliced onions and saute till they’re translucent.
7. When they turn pale and aromatic, add tomatoes and saute till cooked down, but not mushy.
8. Add all the dry spices except the garam masala.
9. Toss in the spinach and toss again for 2-3 minutes.
10. Next, add the boiled chickpeas with water, and bring to a boil, simmer for 2 minutes.
11. Add garam masala and switch off the heat.
12. Cover and let it sit for 10 mins.
13. Serve this delicious Garlic Chickpeas And Spinach Curry Recipe with Saffron Pilaf and Pita Bread, or Jeera Rice.

### Tips for the Best Garlic Chickpeas And Spinach Curry Recipe:

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.

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