Lablabi (tunisian Chickpea And Vegetable Stew)
Lablabi is a traditional Tunisian chickpea and vegetable stew that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting meal. This dish is packed with protein, fiber, and a variety of vegetables, making it a nutritious and satisfying option for vegetarians and omnivores alike.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 potato, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon harissa paste
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of day-old bread
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, halved
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the tomatoes, carrot, and potato, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, and harissa paste.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 30-40 minutes until the chickpeas are tender.
- Toast the bread slices and place one in each serving bowl.
- Ladle the chickpea stew over the bread and top with a halved hard-boiled egg.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 12g
- Fiber
- 8g
- Fat
- 6g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
Supplies
Large pot Ladle Serving bowls
Tools
Knife Cutting board Saucepan for boiling eggs
Serving suggestions
Lablabi is traditionally served with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of ground cumin on top. It pairs well with a side of crusty bread or pita for dipping.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, adjust the amount of harissa paste according to your preference. You can also customize the vegetables in the stew based on seasonal availability.
Cost
$10