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Garbanzos con Cebolla

Chickpeas in Sweet Onion Sauce
This cherished recipe, beloved by my mother-in-law, features chickpeas enveloped in a luscious onion sauce. The slow-cooked onions infuse a delightful sweetness, creating a comforting and flavorful dish.
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Ingredients

  • 1/4 pound dried chickpeas
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 slice medium onion
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Kosher or sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion coarsely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon peeled and finely chopped tomato
  • Instructions:

Instructions

Prepare in Advance:

  • Place the chickpeas in a medium bowl, covering them with cold water by 1 inch.
  • Allow them to soak in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Drain and transfer to a deep earthenware casserole dish or Dutch oven.
  • Add the garlic, onion slice, bay leaf, salt, and enough water to cover.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the chickpeas are tender.
  • Drain and remove the garlic and bay leaf.

Create the Onion Sauce:

  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add the chopped tomato, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the onion is soft but not browned, approximately 15 minutes.

Combine and Serve:

  • Fold the onion sauce into the tender chickpeas.
  • If using earthenware, serve the dish hot directly from the container, or transfer the contents to individual plates.
  • Savor the rich flavors and heartwarming essence of these Chickpeas in Sweet Onion Sauce, a dish that captures the essence of comfort and tradition.

Nutrition values

Calories: 300 kcal
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Course; Sauce
Cuisine; European / Spain
Diets; Vegetarian