Guyanese-style Chickpea Stew with Spicy Sausage

Ingredients

In this adaptation, the traditional Spanish Potaje de garbanzos con chorizo is transformed into a Guyanese-style stew by incorporating flavors and spices commonly used in Guyanese cuisine. The original dish is known for its Spanish flavors, while the adapted version infuses the stew with the vibrant and aromatic spices of Guyanese cuisine, giving it a unique twist. We alse have the original recipe for Potaje de garbanzos con chorizo, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (400g) dried chickpeas, soaked overnight 2 cups (400g) dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 200g spicy sausage, such as pepperpot or garlic pork sausage, sliced 200g spicy sausage, such as pepperpot or garlic pork sausage, sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 8g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 12g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until they become translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the diced bell pepper and tomatoes to the pot and cook for a few minutes until they soften.
5. 5.
   Add the sliced spicy sausage to the pot and cook until it starts to release its flavors.
6. 6.
   Stir in the ground cumin, turmeric, paprika, and dried thyme, and cook for another minute to toast the spices.
7. 7.
   Add the soaked chickpeas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chickpeas are tender.
8. 8.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 9.
   Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chickpeas — Soaking the chickpeas overnight helps to reduce the cooking time and ensures they become tender.
• Spicy sausage — If you can't find Guyanese sausage, you can substitute it with any other spicy sausage of your choice, such as chorizo or andouille.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier stew, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
• Serve the stew with a side of fluffy white rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
• If you prefer a thicker stew, mash some of the cooked chickpeas with a fork before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Guyanese-style Chickpea Stew with Spicy Sausage hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro. Accompany it with a side of rice or bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some additional chopped fresh cilantro on top of the stew just before serving. Serve it in colorful bowls to showcase the vibrant colors of the vegetables.