By Paul Köber
Leblebi (Tunisian Chickpea Stew)
Leblebi is a popular Tunisian stew, that is typically eaten for breakfast. It is usually eaten with bread and topped with harissa paste, preserved lemons or some kind of poached or hard-boiled egg.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:26:02 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
41
Low
Glycemic Load
24
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories398.5 kcal (20%)
Total Fat15.6 g (22%)
Carbs53.8 g (21%)
Sugars8.8 g (10%)
Protein16.3 g (33%)
Sodium972.7 mg (49%)
Fiber15 g (54%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
3 servings
2 Tbspolive oil
1onion
large
2 tspcumin seeds
1 tsppaprika
½ tspcrushed chili flakes
1 bunchcilantro
stems + leaves
2garlic cloves
1 x 400gcan tomatoes
720gcans chickpeas
homecooked are best!
To serve
Instructions
Step 1
Soak 400g chickpeas overnight. Rinse, and cook for 1-2 hours until soft. (optional)
Step 2
For the Leblebi, start by sautéeing the onion and cumin seeds on medium-low heat until completely soft. This may take up to 15 minutes.
Step 3
Add cilantro stems, garlic and the remaining spices and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
Step 4
Deglaze with tomatoes, then add the chickpeas and enough of their cooking water to cover everything by at least 3 cm. Season with salt to taste.
Step 5
Simmer for 20-30 minutes, then add about 1/4 to a blender and pulse until roughly puréed. Add the purée back to the pot/pan and stir to thicken.
Step 6
Serve with harissa paste, flatbread, brown rice or however you prefer.
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