📖 Instructions

1. First things first: Get your large pot or Dutch oven nice and hot over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and let it shimmer.
2. Next, brown the lamb. Chop the lamb into 1 inch cubes and place them in the hot pot, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Brown them on all sides for a super flavorful stew. Set the browned lamb aside for now.
3. Time for the aromatics: Add a chopped large onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 inch piece of ginger (also minced – unless you like big chunks of ginger, in which case, go nuts!) to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, until softened. This step is crucial!
4. Spice it up! Now add 1 teaspoon each of ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder (adjust this according to your spice preference). Cook for another minute, stirring constantly, to toast the spices and release their awesome aromas. I'm serious - smell it!
5. Stir in the remaining ingredients: Add 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, 2 cups of chicken broth, 1 (15 ounce) can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed - we're not looking for any sandy surprises!), 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the pot.
6. Return the lamb to the pot: Add the browned lamb back into the pot, stirring everything to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for at least 1.5 hours, or until the lamb is very tender. This is where the magic happens; don't rush it!
7. Add the spinach: After 1.5 hours, stir in 5 ounces of fresh spinach, and continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 5-10 minutes, or until the spinach has wilted completely. Don't overcook it!
8. Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste your stew and add more salt or pepper if needed. I always recommend this step, because taste is subjective. Do you want a spicy stew? Add more chili.
9. Serve: Serve this delicious stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired. I've served it with rice before and the combination was a revelation. I was utterly blown away by how well it all complemented each other!