Salona Hummus (chickpea And Spinach Stew With Fragrant Spices)
Salona Hummus is a traditional Emirati stew made with chickpeas, spinach, and fragrant spices. This hearty and flavorful dish is a staple in Emirati cuisine and is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the cooked chickpeas, chopped spinach, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Serve the Salona Hummus hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 10g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Serving bowls Soup ladle
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Salona Hummus with warm pita bread or rice.
Tips & tricks
Tips: You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper used in the recipe.
Cost
$10