Spiced Togolese Grilled Chickpeas Soup

Assemble the ingredients: chickpeas, salt, chili, black pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the chickpeas and cook until grilled.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Togolese flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Togolese accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.