Cuban Chickpea Stew (Potaje de Garbanzos)
This Cuban Chickpea Stew, also known as Potaje de Garbanzos, is a traditional and comforting dish that brings the rich flavors of Cuban cuisine to your table. Packed with hearty chickpeas, vibrant vegetables, and savory chorizo, this stew will warm your soul and satisfy your cravings for a deeply flavorful meal. Perfect as a main course, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
🥄 1.5 cups dried chickpeas cooked
🫒 1/4 cup vegetable or olive oil
🧅 1 medium onion finely chopped
🧄 3 cloves garlic chopped
🌶️ 1/2 medium green bell pepper cut into chunks
🌶️ 1/2 medium red bell pepper cut into chunks
🌭 10 ounces premium cured Spanish chorizo cut into chunks
🍷 2 tablespoons sherry cooking wine
🌶️ 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
🧂 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌾 1 teaspoon cumin
🍅 1 cup tomato sauce
💧 3 cups water or vegetable broth
🧂 2 teaspoons salt divided
🥔 2 medium potatoes cut into cubes
🌭 6-8 ounces smoked sausage cut into chunks
🥬 1 bunch Bok Choy
1- Prepare Chickpeas:
2- Start the Stew Base:
3- Simmer the Stew:
4- Thicken and Finish:
Prep Time: 10 hours (including chickpea soaking)
Cook Time: 1-2.5 hours (depending on chickpea method)
Total Time: 11-12.5 hours
Servings: 6-8 portions
Calories: ~350 per serving
Proteins: 18g
Fats: 14g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Equipment:
Cooking Tips:
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