Sopa De Garbanzos (Chick Pea Soup)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 14
Authentic Sopa De Garbanzos (Chick Pea Soup) recipe perfect for a warm and hearty meal
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Prep

15 min

Cook

180 min

Ready In

195 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 lb dried garbanzo beans , soaked overnight in 4 cups salted water
1 lb pig 's foot
1 slice bacon , chopped
1 ounce ham , chopped
1 chorizo sausage or 1 sweet Italian sausage , cut into 1/2 inch rounds
1/4 cup green pepper , chopped ( about 1/3 a pepper )
1/4 cup red pepper , chopped ( about 1/3 a pepper )
1/2 cup onion , chopped ( about 1/2 a medium onion )
1 garlic clove , minced
6 cups water
1/2 lb pumpkin or 3/4 lb butternut squash , peeled and diced
2 fresh cilantro stems ( leaves and stems ) or 2 fresh parsley sprigs , chopped ( leaves and stems )
1/2 lb potato , peeled and diced
1 lb cabbage , chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
kosher salt , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
270
Sugar
6g
Fat
10g
Sopa De Garbanzos, more commonly known as Chickpea Soup, is a traditional Spanish dish that has been served for generations. It is not only delicious but also high in protein and fiber, making it a perfect meal for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. This soup is hearty and filling, making it a great dinner option that warms you up on a chilly night. The classic combination of garbanzo beans, pork, and vegetables creates a satisfying and robust flavor that is hard to beat.

Instructions

1.Drain the soaked garbanzo beans and set aside.
2.In a large pot, add the pig's foot, bacon, ham, and sausage and cook over medium heat until browned.
3.Add the green and red pepper, onion, and garlic and cook until softened.
4.Add the drained garbanzo beans, water, pumpkin or butternut squash, cilantro or parsley, potato, and cabbage to the pot.
5.Stir in the tomato paste and simmer for 2-3 hours until the garbanzo beans are soft.
6.Season with kosher salt to taste and serve hot.

PROS

Sopa de Garbanzos is a satisfying and hearty soup that is perfect for cold weather.

The garbanzo beans provide protein and fiber, while the vegetables make it nutritious and delicious.

It can be a great vegetarian dish by eliminating ham, sausage, and pork.

CONS

This soup takes time and effort to make due to the long simmer time.

It contains pig’s foot, bacon, ham, and sausage that makes it not a preferred choice for very health-conscious people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garbanzos or chickpeas are a good source of plant-based protein and fiber that promote a feeling of fullness and satiety.
It also contains essential vitamins and minerals like iron, folate, magnesium, and vitamin B6 that prevent anemia, improve bone health, lower cholesterol levels, and support metabolism.
The presence of antioxidant carotenoids, vitamin C, and vitamin A in pumpkin and butternut squash helps boost immunity, improve vision and skin health, and lower the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and heart diseases.

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