Portuguese Ham Hock and Cabbage Stew

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Portuguese Ham Hock and Cabbage Stew for a hearty dinner
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Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hrs

Ready In

3 hrs 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 cans chickpeas
7 garlic cloves
4 cups savoy cabbage , julienned
2 lbs smoked ham hocks
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
7 cups chicken stock
2 cups cooked white rice
1 tablespoon black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
574
Sugar
5g
Fat
31g
Portuguese Ham Hock and Cabbage Stew is a classic dish in Portugal, especially in the winter season. The smoky flavor of the ham hocks combines with the sweetness of the cabbage creating a perfect winter comfort food. The use of chickpeas adds an extra protein kick to the dish and the rice serves as a perfect accompaniment to complete the meal. If you're looking for a satisfying, hearty and flavorful stew, this is the perfect recipe for you.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil and sauté the onions until translucent.
2.Add chickpeas, garlic, cabbage, ham hocks, and salt. Sauté for 5 minutes.
3.Add chicken stock, bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer.
4.Cover and simmer for 2.5 hours until ham hocks are tender and the stew has thickened.
5.Remove the ham hocks and shred the meat from the bones.
6.Serve the stew in bowls over white rice and garnish with black pepper.

PROS

This stew is easy to make and has a deep, rich flavor from the ham hocks.

Cabbage is low in calories but high in fiber, vitamin C and K.

Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein and fiber.

CONS

The stew is high in salt and fat content due to the ham hocks.
It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cabbage is known to improve digestion and support heart health, while also reducing inflammation in the body. Chickpeas have been linked to reducing cholesterol levels and preventing blood sugar spikes.

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