Turkmenistan Pumpkin and Chickpea Stew (Turkmenistan Kabak ve Nohut Güveci)

This Turkmenistan Kabak ve Nohut Güveci is a hearty and flavorful stew that combines pumpkin and chickpeas with aromatic spices. It's a comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.

Turkmenistan Pumpkin and Chickpea Stew (Turkmenistan Kabak ve Nohut Güveci)

Ingredients

  • 1 small pumpkin, peeled and diced
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  2. Add the diced pumpkin, chickpeas, cumin, paprika, and cinnamon to the pot. Stir to combine the ingredients and coat them with the spices.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, then bring the stew to a simmer.
  4. Cover the pot and let the stew cook for 30-35 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.
  5. Once the stew is ready, adjust the seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Stirring spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Turkmenistan Kabak ve Nohut Güveci with crusty bread or over a bed of fluffy rice for a satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra richness, you can drizzle some yogurt or a squeeze of lemon juice over the stew before serving.

Cost

$10