Chickpea Soup

Chickpea soup is a very common dish on Guatemalan tables. It is characterized by its creamy texture and delicious flavor, making it ideal as a starter. Additionally, it has an infinite variety of versions.

This is a traditional recipe passed down through generations.

This soup is appreciated for its creamy and comforting flavor, making it a popular choice in Guatemalan cuisine for sharing with family or friends.

Chickpea Soup

Soups
1 hour
Boiled
6 Servings

Ingredients

1 pound of Chickpeas

1 Smoked chorizo

½ Onion

1 A bunch of cilantro

1 teaspoon of Baking soda

½ tablespoon of Sugar and a cinnamon stick

1 pinch of Salt

1 pinch of Black pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : The chickpeas are left overnight in a pot with plenty of water and a teaspoon of baking soda; the next day, they are washed thoroughly.

Step 2 : They are boiled with fresh water, covered with a pressure cooker, for 50 minutes; then cooled without opening the lid.

Step 3 : The lid is removed, and they are cooked for about two more hours until tender, then the chickpeas are peeled carefully without breaking them.

Step 4 : They are returned to the heat with boiling water, adding the half onion, salt, chopped chorizo, and a cinnamon stick.

Step 5 : Finally, sugar, pepper, and cilantro are added.

Step 6 : Optionally, let it rest for another hour before serving.

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