Chickpea Stew

Add Olive Oil (2 Tbsp) to a pan on medium heat and let it get hot. Add Onion (1) and saute until translucent.

Mix in Garlic (2 cloves) , saute for 30 seconds, then add Green Bell Peppers (1/4 cup) , Tomatoes (2) , Carrots (1/2 cup) , Chickpeas (2 cans) , Dried Basil (1/2 tsp) , Dried Parsley (1 tsp) , Dried Oregano (1/2 tsp) , and Tomato Paste (2 Tbsp) .

Add Water (2 cups) , then mix everything together until tomato paste is dissolved. Stir in Salt (1 1/8 tsp) and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) .

Add Cayenne Pepper (1/8 tsp) , if desired. Adjust seasoning and serve with Naan bread or rice. Serve and enjoy!