Estofado Picante De Garbanzos De Gibraltar (gibraltar's Spicy Chickpea Stew)
Estofado Picante de Garbanzos de Gibraltar, or Gibraltar's Spicy Chickpea Stew, is a traditional Gibraltarian dish that is packed with flavor and warmth. This hearty stew is perfect for a cozy family dinner or for entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- 2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can of chopped tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and chopped green chili. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper, and cook for another minute to toast the spices.
- Pour in the chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the stew to a simmer.
- Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the stew has thickened and the flavors have melded together, it's ready to serve.
- Garnish each serving with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Serving bowls Soup ladle
Serving suggestions
Serve the Estofado Picante de Garbanzos de Gibraltar with crusty bread or over a bed of fluffy rice for a satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick of heat, add more cayenne pepper or a drizzle of hot sauce to the stew.
Cost
$10