Golden Saffron Chickpea Simmer

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger
• 1.5 tsp ground cumin
• 1.5 tsp coriander
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp saffron strands
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp harissa
• 2 large carrot
• 2 medium zucchini
• 30 oz canned garbanzo beans
• 0.5 cup dried apricots
• 3 cups herb broth
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup cilantro

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, then add garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
2. 2Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, saffron, tomato paste, and harissa. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3Add carrots, zucchini, drained garbanzo beans, dried apricots, and herb broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. 4Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
5. 5Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.