Description

Experience the delightful taste of Lablabi, a warm and hearty chickpea stew made with garlic, spices, and rustic bread. With simple prep and vibrant flavors, it’s perfect for a comforting meal or a quick dinner!

Ingredients

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2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas
1/2 loaf rustic bread
Extra virgin olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
3 to 4 large garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon harissa paste, more for later
2 lemons
1/2 cup roughly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
2 green onions, trimmed and chopped (both white and green parts)

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the canned chickpeas with their liquids and add enough water to cover by about 1 inch. Set over medium-high heat.
Bring chickpeas to a boil, then reduce the heat, partially cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes until very tender.
While the chickpeas cook, prepare the bread by tearing it into bite-sized pieces, drizzling with olive oil, and arranging it on a baking sheet. Broil for about 1 minute until golden, watching closely to prevent burning.
In a medium non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, a pinch of salt, cumin, coriander, and paprika. Cook until onions are tender and translucent.
Add the onion and garlic mixture to the tender chickpeas. Mix in 1 tablespoon of harissa, a pinch of salt, juice from 1 lemon, parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil. Stir to combine and adjust seasoning as needed.
To serve, place some toasted bread pieces in serving bowls, ladle the stew on top, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil, harissa, more parsley, and chopped green onions. Add lemon wedges and extra toasted bread on the side.

Notes

Make sure to watch the bread closely while broiling to prevent burning.
Adjust the harissa amount based on your spice preference; add more for a spicier stew.
For added flavor, consider garnishing with additional lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 410
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 0mg