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title: Espinacas con Garbanzos (Spinach and Chickpea Stew)
servings: 4
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 25 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/espinacas-con-garbanzos
---

Gather @rustic bread{2%slice}, @ground cumin{1.5%tsp}, @smoked paprika{1%tsp} and @sherry vinegar{1%tbsp}.

Fry the bread and whole @garlic{4%clove} cloves in the @olive oil{4%tbsp} until deep golden on both sides, then lift them out. ~{4%minutes}

Wilt the @spinach{400%g} in the same pan in batches, then set it aside to drain.

Pound or blend the fried bread and garlic with the cumin, paprika, vinegar and a splash of @chickpea{2%can} liquid into a thick, fragrant paste.

Return the paste to the pan with the chickpeas and enough reserved liquid to make a loose sauce; simmer 10 minutes. ~{10%minutes}

Fold in the spinach, simmer 5 more minutes until thick and stewy, and season with @salt{}. ~{5%minutes}

Serve hot in shallow bowls with bread, or as a tapa alongside everything else.