Ethiopian-Style Chickpea Stew

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 13
Ethiopian-Style Chickpea Stew for a hearty and flavorful meal
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Prep

25 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek ( optional )
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cans chickpeas , rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil , divided
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 medium red onion , chopped
fresh ginger , peeled and finely chopped
1 can tomato sauce ( or crushed tomatoes-1 cup )
1 quart low sodium vegetable broth
1 lb red potatoes , cut into 1-inch chunks ( leave the skin on for more nutrition- try using half sweet potatoes )
4 carrots , peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
lemon juice ( optional )
yogurt ( optional )
bread ( flatbread on the side )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
342
Sugar
8g
Fat
11g
Ethiopian-style Chickpea Stew is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a cozy winter evening. The blend of aromatic spices gives this stew a unique depth of flavor that is both comforting and satisfying. This recipe is a great option for those who are vegetarian or vegan, as it provides a good source of protein and fiber. Served with some flatbread on the side and a dollop of yogurt, this stew is sure to become a go-to comfort food in your recipe collection.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, salt, allspice, black pepper, cardamom, cloves, coriander, cayenne, fenugreek, and ground ginger.
2.In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, red onion, and fresh ginger to the pot and sauté for 3 minutes.
3.Add the tomato sauce, vegetable broth, red potatoes, and carrots to the pot. Stir in the spice mixture and the chickpeas.
4.Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes.
5.Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the stew and serve hot with lemon juice, yogurt, and bread on the side.

PROS

This stew is packed with protein from the chickpeas and is full of flavorful spices.

It is a vegetarian and vegan-friendly option that can be tailored to different dietary needs.

CONS

This stew can be a bit spicy for some individuals if too much cayenne is used.

It also requires some prep work to chop the vegetables and measure out the spices.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stew is a great source of plant-based protein and fiber from the chickpeas, potatoes, and carrots.
The variety of spices used in this stew have been linked to anti-inflammatory effects as well as digestive benefits.

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