Sopa de garbanzos, or chickpea soup, is a hearty and flavorful dish enjoyed in many cultures. Its main ingredient, the chickpea, is a versatile legume that is packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. This soup is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, making it a great option for a healthy and satisfying meal. With its combination of chickpeas, aromatic spices, and fresh vegetables, sopa de garbanzos is sure to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKPEA SOUP I
This bean soup can be made in 45 minutes. Substitute vegetable broth to create a vegetarian alternative.
Provided by Christine L.
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a saucepan, warm oil over moderate heat. Add onion, garlic, and sweet potatoes; saute 5 minutes.
- Stir in broth, bay leaf, basil, thyme, and paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium low. Cover. Simmer until vegetables are tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in tomato, green beans, and chickpeas. Simmer uncovered until tender, about 10 minutes more. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 570.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
GARLIC, SPINACH, AND CHICKPEA SOUP
This exciting combination of ingredients is easy to make! Garbanzo beans, spinach, and potatoes are blended in a richly spiced, creamy vegetable broth base.
Provided by Dale Penny
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Spinach Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and stir in garlic and onion. Cook until tender. Season with cumin and coriander.
- Mix vegetable stock and potatoes into the pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer about 10 minutes. Stir in the garbanzo beans, and continue to cook until potatoes are tender.
- In a small bowl, blend the heavy cream, tahini, and corn meal. Mix into the soup.
- Stir spinach into the soup. Season with cayenne pepper and salt. Continue to cook until spinach is heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 440.6 mg, Sugar 2 g
SOPA DE GARBANZOS - CHICKPEA SOUP
When my mom and I were cleaning out one of her kitchen cabinets, we found a box of recipes that she had clipped from newspapers and magazines. This one came from an article in the Houston Post (no longer in circulation), October 1989. The article was about traditional Mexican soup dishes and contained several wonderful and authentic recipes. This filling soup can be made vegetarian by using vegetable stock and omitting the bacon.
Provided by loof751
Categories Beans
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas. Chop the onions, garlic, and tomatoes.
- Put the chickpeas and 1/4 cup broth into a blender and puree until smooth. Add the puree to the remaining broth in a large soup pot and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes.
- Fry the bacon in a large skillet; remove and set aside. Saute the garlic and onions in the same pan until soft. Add tomatoes and cook 3 more minutes. Drain off as much fat as possible.
- Add vegetables and bacon to the simmering soup and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer until heated through. Serve very hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.6, Fat 15, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 23.3, Sodium 566.5, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.1, Protein 9.5
SOPA DE GARBANZOS (CHICK PEA SOUP)
My husband's favorite way to flavor beans is with pigs' feet. I kid you not. Actually, they flavor the beans very well. He eats the meat, I do not. We use them with kidney beans always. This recipe is translated from "Cocina Criolla" by Carmen Aboy Valldejuli, originally published in 1954 in Spanish. My husband calls it the Puerto Rican Cookbook. Times do not include overnight soaking of the beans. NOTE: If using salted pigs feet, they should also be soaked overnight, in a separate bowl (and rinsed and drained)
Provided by threeovens
Categories Pork
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Drain beans and set aside.
- In a large Dutch oven (or pressure cooker), over medium heat, brown bacon to render some fat; add ham and sausage and brown them a little as well.
- Add peppers and onion; saute until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and saute a minute or so.
- Add water, pumpkin or squash (okay, pumpkin is squash), cilantro or parsley, potatoes, and cabbage; stir in tomato paste.
- Return pigs feet and add beans to pot; cover and cook 1 1/2 hours (if using pressure cooker - 1 hour).
- Open pot, taste for salt and add, if necessary.
POTAJE DE GARBANZOS (CUBAN GARBANZO BEAN STEW)
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
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.
Tips:
- Soak the chickpeas overnight or for at least 8 hours. This will help them to cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and nutrients to the soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and spinach.
- Add some spices to the soup. This will help to give it a more flavorful and complex taste. Some good options include cumin, coriander, paprika, and chili powder.
- Serve the soup with a side of bread or rice. This will help to make it a more filling meal.
Conclusion:
Sopa de garbanzos, or chickpea soup, is a delicious and healthy soup 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 mild or spicy, vegetarian or with meat, there is a sopa de garbanzos recipe out there for everyone. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting meal, give sopa de garbanzos a try. You won't be disappointed!
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