Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas (or 2 cans of cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed)
- 1-2 chorizo sausages, sliced (you can use spicy or mild, depending on your preference)
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 red bell peppers diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 carrot
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- olive oil
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight in plenty of water. Drain and rinse before cooking.
- In a large pot, heat a couple of tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until they become translucent.
- Add the sliced chorizo sausage to the pot and cook for a few minutes until it starts to release its flavorful oils.
- Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers, carrots, and chopped tomatoes. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add the soaked (or canned and rinsed) chickpeas to the pot and mix everything together.
- Season the stew with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.
- Add the bay leaf and pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chickpeas are tender and the flavors have melded together. You may need to add more broth if the stew becomes too thick.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Remove the bay leaf and discard it before serving.
- Garnish the Spanish chickpea stew with chopped fresh parsley if desired.This delicious and comforting Spanish chickpea stew can be served with crusty bread or over rice. It's a satisfying dish that's perfect for a chilly evening or whenever you're craving some Spanish flavors. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Spanish chickpea stew
Amount per Serving
Calories
292
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
22
mg
7
%
Sodium
952
mg
41
%
Potassium
879
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
44
g
15
%
Fiber
12
g
50
%
Sugar
12
g
13
%
Protein
16
g
32
%
Vitamin A
4516
IU
90
%
Vitamin C
80
mg
97
%
Calcium
99
mg
10
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.