Ras el Hanout Chickpea and Spinach Stew Recipe

This warming one-pot stew delivers the depth and luxury of a long-simmered meal in a fraction of the time. Chickpeas and spinach braise in a richly spiced tomato base, creating layers of heat and complexity. Ras el hanout, a aromatic Moroccan spice mix, provides the dish its signature fragrant depth; gently toasted tomato paste intensifies its taste even additional. A splash of soy sauce supplies an surprising however welcome hit of umami, rounding out the dish with a richness that mimics a stew that is been effervescent away for hours. Served with a beneficiant spoonful of yogurt (or a squeeze of lemon) and a drizzle of harissa oil to chop by the richness, it is excellent with crusty bread or spooned over grains like rice, barley, bulgur or quinoa.