Best 4 Potaje De Garbanzos Cuban Garbanzo Bean Stew Recipes

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Potaje de garbanzos, or Cuban garbanzo bean stew, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This traditional Cuban stew is made with chickpeas, pork, chorizo, and a variety of vegetables, and is often served with rice. In this article, we will provide you with two different recipes for potaje de garbanzos: a classic recipe and a vegetarian recipe. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in a delicious and satisfying stew. So whether you are a meat-lover or a vegetarian, we have a potaje de garbanzos recipe for you.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POTAJE DE GARBANZOS (CUBAN GARBANZO BEAN STEW)



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This is my take on a super-comforting Cuban meal my dad has made for years. It is a great way to use pantry ingredients and can be served with white rice for an even heartier option. Don't be afraid to make a big batch -- the sweet and smoky flavors get better the next day!

Provided by Gabriela Rodiles

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, medium diced
1 green pepper, medium diced
1 packet (1 1/2 teaspoons) Sazón seasoning mix with saffron
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons vino seco (see Cook's Note) or sherry cooking wine
Two 15-ounce cans garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
2 large russet potatoes, peeled and large diced
6 ounces Spanish chorizo, casing removed and chorizo cut into small chunks
White rice, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, green pepper, Sazón seasoning, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few cracks of freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pot occasionally, until the onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly darker in color and thickened, about 1 minute. Add the vino seco to deglaze the pan, scraping any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
  • Add the garbanzo beans, potatoes, chorizo and 5 cups of water. Turn the heat up to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, then cover the pot and simmer until the potatoes are tender and the chickpeas are very soft, about 20 minutes. Once the potatoes have softened, use the back of a wooden spoon to crush some of them against the side of the pot to thicken the stew. Serve the stew over hot rice, if desired.

INSTANT POT CUBAN BLACK BEANS



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Cuban black beans usually require an overnight soak and hours of simmering. My dad loves this traditional process, but I'm determined to convert him to the Instant Pot method. It cuts the time down to under two hours from start to finish with no shortcuts on flavor! When you make these beans, don't be afraid of having leftovers -- they taste even better the next day.

Provided by Gabriela Rodiles

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 green bell pepper, roughly chopped
1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound dried black beans
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup vino seco (see Cook's Note) or sherry cooking wine
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons sugar
White rice, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the bell pepper, yellow onion and garlic in a food processor or mini food processor and pulse until finely chopped, working in batches if necessary (see Cook's Note).
  • Set a 6- to 8-quart Instant Pot® to saute and add the olive oil (see Cook's Note).
  • Transfer the green pepper mixture to the pot. Add the oregano, 1 tablespoon salt and season with black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are soft and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the beans, vinegar, vino seco, bay leaves, sugar and 5 cups water to the pot. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 30 minutes. (It will take about 10 minutes to come up to pressure.)
  • After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for natural release. After 20 minutes, being careful to release any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid. Remove and discard the bay leaves. Scoop out 1 cup of the black beans into the food processor and pulse until almost smooth (see Cook's Note). If using a mini processor, be careful of any steam.
  • Return the beans to the pot and stir. Set the pot to saute and continue to simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Serve over white rice.

THE BEST GARBANZO BEAN STEW OF YOUR LIFE | SPANISH POTAJE DE GARBANZOS



The BEST Garbanzo Bean Stew of your Life | Spanish Potaje de Garbanzos image

Provided by Albert Bevia @ Spain on a Fork

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (65 ml)
1/2 onion
1/2 green bell pepper
1/2 red bell pepper
5 cloves garlic
1 tomato
1 large potato
20 oz cooked canned garbanzo beans (570 grams)
1 tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika (2.30 grams)
3 cups vegetable broth (710 ml)
1 bay leaf
2 slices baguette
1 cage-free organic egg
sea salt & black pepper
handful freshly chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Cut 1 large potato (peeled & washed) into small chunks that are 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thick, roughly chop 1/2 green & 1/2 red bell pepper, roughly dice 1/2 onion, roughly mince 3 cloves garlic, finely grate 1 tomato and drain one 20 oz (570 grams) can or jar of cooked chickpeas into a sieve and rinse under cold water
  • Heat a stock pot with a medium-high heat and add in a generous 2 tbsp (35 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • After heating the olive oil for 1 minute, add in the diced onion, chopped bell peppers and minced garlic, mix with the olive oil, after 5 minutes and the vegetables are lightly sauteed, add in the grated tomato and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then add in the chopped potatoes, drained chickpeas, 1 tsp (2.30 grams) sweet smoked paprika and season with sea salt & black pepper, gently mix together until well combined
  • Then add in 3 cups vegetable broth and 1 bay leaf, mix together and bring to a boil, then place a lid on the stock pot and lower the fire to a low-medium heat
  • Meanwhile, roughly chop 2 cloves garlic and cut 2 slices of baguette into small squares
  • Heat a small fry pan with a medium heat and add in 2 tbsp (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil, after 2 minutes add in the chopped garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly sauteed, then add the garlic into a mortar, then using the same pan with the same heat, add in 1 egg and cook until well done, including the egg yolk, then add into the mortar with the garlic, and finally fry the pieces of baguette in the same pan until lightly fried, add into the mortar, then add in 2 tbsp (7.60 grams) fresh parsley and a pinch of sea salt, using a pestle pound down until you for a paste
  • After simmering the stew for 25 minutes, remove the lid, add the thickner and mix together, cook for another 2 minutes with the lid off, then remove from the heat
  • Transfer the stew into shallow bowls and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, enjoy!

POTAJE DE GARBANZOS (CHICKPEA STEW - SPAIN)



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A stew from the Southeastern Coastal Region of Spain. From Penelope Casa's "Delicioso!" The garbanzos require soaking overnight so plan accordingly.

Provided by Acerast

Categories     Stew

Time P1DT2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb chickpeas, dried
4 cups water
6 garlic cloves, peeled
2 bay leaves
1/4 lb thick slab bacon or 1/4 lb salt pork
1 ham bone or 1 beef bone
2 tablespoons olive oil (Spanish for authenticity)
2 slices bread, 1/2-inch thick (crusty or rustic style)
1/4 cup Spanish ham (Spanish mountain cured or prosciutto) or 1/4 cup prosciutto, diced (Spanish mountain cured or prosciutto)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 lb swiss chard or 1 lb collard greens, coarsely chopped
1 lb small red potato, peeled (about 2 inches in diameter or larger potatoes cut in 2 inch chunks)
salt, to taste
10 blanched almonds, finely chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs

Steps:

  • Soak the chickpeas overnight in a large pot of cold water to cover; drain.
  • In the large pot combine chickpeas, 4 cups water, garlic, bay leaves, slab bacon, and bone; bring to a boil, cover and simmer about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat the oil and saute the bread slices until golden on both sides.
  • Remove and reserve the bread.
  • Add the ham and onion to the skillet; saute until the onion has wilted.
  • Stir in the paprika, and remove the pan from the heat.
  • Add the onion mixture to the chickpeas.
  • Add the greens, potatoes, and salt to taste to the chickpeas and continue cooking 30 minutes or more, or until the chickpeas and potatoes are tender.
  • Remove the ham or beef bone.
  • In a mortar or food processor, combine the sauteed bread, almonds, 2 Tablespoons of the chickpeas from the pot, and the yolks of the hard-boiled eggs; mash to a paste.
  • Stir the paste into the stew, cover and let sit 10 minutes before serving.
  • Chop the hard-boiled egg whites.
  • Divide into soup bowls and garnish with chopped hard-boiled egg whites.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.5, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 78.5, Sodium 706.5, Carbohydrate 40.9, Fiber 7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 13.7

Tips:

  • Soak the garbanzo beans overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking. This will help them cook evenly and reduce the cooking time.
  • If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your potaje. This will give the stew a more flavorful and nutritious profile.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and seasonings. Cuban cuisine is known for its bold flavors, so don't be shy about adding some cumin, oregano, or bay leaves to your potaje.
  • Serve potaje with rice, bread, or tortillas. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Potaje de garbanzos is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy, mild, or somewhere in between, potaje de garbanzos is sure to please everyone at your table.

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