5 from 3 votes
Leblebi (Chickpea Stew)
Perfect for any time of day, this recipe delivers great flavor effortlessly.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Course:
Dinner
Ingredients
Stew:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cups yellow onion from about 2 small onions, diced
- kosher salt
- 8 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 tablespoon harissa seasoning McCormick Gourmet Organic
- 8 Roma tomato about 2 pounds, cored and diced
- 4 chickpeas 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed
- 5 cups water
- lemon about 3 tablespoons, juice from 2 small lemons
For Garnish:
- egg poached
- almonds slivered
- capers
- parsley Italian, minced
Instructions
- To a large sauté pan, set over medium heat, add the olive oil. When the oil is warm, add the onions and a few pinches of salt; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Next, mix in the garlic, harissa seasoning, 2 teaspoons of salt and tomatoes. Cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, until softened.
- Pour in the chickpeas and water. Bring to a simmer and cover, cooking until all the flavors are married together and the chickpeas have softened, about 15 to 20 minutes. Squeeze in the lemon juice and stir. Give the dish a taste and adjust the salt to your liking.
- To serve, add a few poached eggs on top (optional), some slivered almonds, capers and Italian parsley.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
6g
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.