Chickpeas are one of the most versatile and nutritious legumes, and this easy recipe shows you how to prepare them traditionally, just like they do in Chile. This chickpea stew with vegetables is perfect for cold days, as it comforts and nourishes. Originating from home cooking, this dish makes the most of simple ingredients like onion, carrot, bell pepper, celery, and pumpkin, which are combined with pre-soaked chickpeas to achieve a tender texture and deep flavor.
The preparation is very simple: soak the chickpeas for 8 hours, then sauté the vegetables with spices like paprika and oregano, and pressure-cook them with boiling water for 25 minutes. The result is a healthy dish, rich in protein and fiber, ideal for the whole family. Additionally, you can adapt it by adding other vegetables or herbs to your liking.
This chickpea recipe is perfect for those looking for a complete, economical, and flavorful meal. Dare to make it and enjoy a classic of Chilean cuisine.
Prep
30 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
5
Calories
340 kcal
Soak the chickpeas for 8 hours or a whole night to hydrate and double in size.
In a pressure cooker, express or fast, place a little oil and when it is hot add the onion, carrot, pepper, celery, garlic, oregano, paprika and stir for two minutes. Add the chickpeas, pumpkin and cover them with boiling water, taking care not to exceed 2/3 of the pot.
Cover the pot, and once it starts to release the pressure, lower the flame and let it cook for 25 minutes, turn off the kitchen and let it rest for a few minutes before opening.
