Spiced Jordanian Chickpea Stew (طاجن حمص متبل الأردني)

طاجن حمص متبل الأردني (Spiced Jordanian Chickpea Stew) is a traditional Jordanian dish that is packed with flavor and nutrition. This hearty stew is a staple in Jordanian cuisine and is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.

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Spiced Jordanian Chickpea Stew (طاجن حمص متبل الأردني)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, and turmeric. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes are softened.
  4. Add the soaked chickpeas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chickpeas are tender.
  5. Season the stew with salt to taste.
  6. Serve the spiced Jordanian chickpea stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 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 spiced Jordanian chickpea stew with warm pita bread or rice.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the stew before serving.

Cost

$10