Espinacas con Garbanzos is a type of tapa from the Andalusian region which is prepared with spinach (espinacas) and chickpeas (garbanzos)
Espinacas con Garbanzos is a type of tapa from the Andalusian region which is prepared with spinach (espinacas) and chickpeas (garbanzos), it seems to be an odd combination but wait till you try them. This traditional tapa from Seville is widely popular during the winter season and Lenten periods (Catholics abstain from meat during this time). Though this dish is a known to be Spanish, it was the Arabs who introduced it to Spain. History of this humble plate came from Ancient Persia where spinach came from and introduced to Spain, it was a very important in their cuisine during those times. Chickpeas on the other hand also came from the Middle East but instead of Arabs bringing it to Spain, the Phoenicians were held responsible for its introduction and since then it became a staple ingredient to a lot of Spanish dishes.
Place bread and spices on a food processor then pulse to make bread crumbs.
Place back the bread crumbs into the pan together with chickpeas, red wine vinegar and tomato sauce. Add a bit of water to give it some moisture then cook for a minute. Stir gently and make sure the chickpeas are coated with the sauce.
Add the spinach and paprika then cook to wilt.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, drizzle some olive oil on top then serve.
What a neat dish! Easy, tasty, and nutritious. I’d make a whole meal out of this! 🙂 Thanks!
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Had no idea spinach came from Ancient Persia. Tapas are so fun and this looks delicious and healthy
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I love chick peas, just boil add a bit of salt, can throw in pandan leaves for added fragrance. Toss with curry leaves when done. Very nice!
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