Chickpea Chard Pork

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4
servings
15
mins
Prep Time
40
cook Time
  • 500g pork shoulder or pork fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
  • 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups Swiss chard or spinach, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or red wine vinegar (for brightness)
  • Fresh parsley or coriander, for garnish
  • Season and sear the pork:
    Season pork pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear the pork until browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

    Sauté the base:
    In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion and garlic and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.

    Build the flavour:
    Add smoked paprika, cumin, and tomato paste. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes to intensify the flavour.

    Simmer the stew:
    Return the pork to the pan. Add chopped tomatoes, chickpeas, and stock. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes, or until pork is tender.

    Add the greens:
    Stir in the chopped chard and cook for another 5–7 minutes, until wilted and tender. Adjust seasoning and add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten the flavour.

    Garnish and serve:
    Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or coriander. Pairs beautifully with rice, couscous, or crusty bread.

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