Potaje De Garbanzos (Chickpea Stew – Spain)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Delicious Potaje De Garbanzos (Chickpea Stew - Spain) recipe for a hearty meal
in Stew

Prep

8 hr 20 min

Cook

1 hr 40 min

Ready In

9 hr

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb chickpeas , dried
4 cups water
6 garlic cloves , peeled
2 bay leaves
1/4 lb thick slab bacon or 1/4 lb salt pork
1 ham bone or 1 beef bone
2 tablespoons olive oil ( Spanish for authenticity )
2 slices bread , 1/2-inch thick ( crusty or rustic style )
1/4 cup Spanish ham ( Spanish mountain cured or prosciutto ) or 1/4 cup prosciutto , diced ( Spanish mountain cured or prosciutto )
1 medium onion , finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 lb swiss chard or 1 lb collard greens , coarsely chopped
1 lb small red potato , peeled ( about 2 inches in diameter or larger potatoes cut in 2 inch chunks )
salt , to taste
10 blanched almonds , finely chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
412
Sugar
7g
Fat
12g
Potaje De Garbanzos, also known as Chickpea Stew, is a popular traditional Spanish dish that has been passed down through generations. It is typically made during the cooler months as it is a hearty and warming dish perfect for colder weather. This stew features chickpeas, bacon, ham, potatoes, and greens that are simmered in a flavorful broth. The addition of Spanish ham or prosciutto and fried bread and garlic crumble as a topping gives this dish a nice crunch and extra flavor. It is a comforting and filling meal that is great for sharing with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Soak the chickpeas overnight in cold water.
2.In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a simmer. Add the chickpeas, 3 garlic cloves, bay leaves, bacon or salt pork, and the ham or beef bone. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Cook for 1 hour.
3.Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a frying pan. Add the bread and remaining garlic cloves. Fry until the bread and garlic are golden brown. Remove from the heat and add the finely diced ham or prosciutto.
4.After the chickpeas have cooked for an hour, remove the meat bones, bacon, or salt pork from the pot. Add the finely chopped onion, paprika, chopped Swiss chard or collard greens, and the peeled, small red potatoes or cut-up large potatoes. Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
5.Serve the hot chickpea stew with the ham or prosciutto bread crumble and the chopped boiled eggs and chopped almonds.

PROS

This hearty and flavorful stew is packed with protein and fiber from the chickpeas and greens.

It can be a complete meal on its own or can be paired with a side dish such as rice or bread.

CONS

This stew requires a longer cooking time and soaking the chickpeas overnight.

It also calls for several different types of meat, making it a less suitable option for vegetarians or vegans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, which can help with weight management and heart health.
The Swiss chard or collard greens provide plenty of vitamins and minerals, including calcium, vitamin C, and vitamin K.

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