Garbanzos with Fennel

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 fennel bulb, diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add fennel and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fennel is just beginning to soften, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in cumin, oregano, coriander, paprika, turmeric, and black pepper and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add garbanzo beans and vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and the fennel is tender, about 10 minutes.
5. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Garbanzos, also known as chickpeas, are a healthy source of protein and fiber.
• Fennel has a slightly sweet, anise-like flavor and is a good source of vitamins and minerals.
• This dish is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet.