Maravilla Stew With Chickpeas And Smoky Paprika (Vegan, Filling, Healthy, One-Pot)
Maravilla Stew with Chickpeas and Smoky Paprika is a sensational vegan recipe that is more than just a tasty meal – it's a comforting embrace when you need a nourishing option to fuel your body. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, lots of smoky paprika, and hearty vegetables, this one-pot wonder is a testament to both taste and nutrition.
Equipment
- 1 large 12-inch/30cm pot with deep sides (around 6 inches (15cm) is ideal)
- Sieve and Ladle (for the stock)
Ingredients
- 10 oz. 300g Maravilla (pearl pasta)
- 14 oz. 400g jar of cooked/prepared chickpeas
- 2 large potatoes cubed
- 2 large on-vine tomatoes grated, skin removed
- 1 large onion diced fine
- 6 cloves of garlic peeled, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 2 liters of vegetable stock store-bought or homemade
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Handful of fresh parsley for serving
- 1 lemon for serving
Instructions
- Bring your stock and 2 liters of water to a boil, and turn on low heat when it’s ready, for use later.2 liters of vegetable stock
- In the meantime, add oil to a large pot on medium-high and cook onions until lightly browned (5 minutes).1 large onion, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Reduce heat to medium and add garlic, cook until fragrant, around 1 minute, before adding the potatoes.6 cloves of garlic, 2 large potatoes
- Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes before adding the grated tomatoes. Stir through.2 large on-vine tomatoes
- Make a little well in the base of the pan and add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, white pepper, and season to taste with some salt. Mix spices with some of the cooking juices until you get a paste, then mix into the ingredients in the pan.1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon white pepper
- Add around ¾ of the stock and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes, then add the chickpeas and simmer covered for another 5 minutes or until they soften.14 oz. 400g jar of cooked/prepared chickpeas
- Add the remaining stock and then the maravilla. Stir well and allow to cook covered for around 10 minutes, or until you see the maravilla has expanded in size.10 oz. 300g Maravilla (pearl pasta)
- Remove from heat and stir well. Allow to stand for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with some fresh chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.Handful of fresh parsley, 1 lemon
