Braised Veal with Chickpeas

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A hearty and flavorful dish combining tender veal with chickpeas, vegetables, and spices, simmered to perfection.

02:10:00 total

Serves 6

medium

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Ingredients

  1. veal - 1 kg (cut into pieces)
  2. olive oil - 4-5 tablespoons (plus more for serving)
  3. leek - 1 (cut into large pieces)
  4. carrot - 1 (cut into rings)
  5. onion - 1 (coarsely chopped)
  6. garlic - 1 (clove, coarsely chopped)
  7. cumin - 1 teaspoon
  8. dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  9. red wine - 50 g
  10. tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
  11. tomato juice - 400 g
  12. water - 2 l
  13. salt - to taste (plus more for seasoning)
  14. pepper - to taste (plus more for seasoning)
  15. frozen chickpeas - 600 g (no need to thaw)
  16. parsley - to taste (chopped, for serving)
  17. toasted bread - to taste (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Veal: Cut the veal into pieces, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
  2. Brown the Veal: In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil and add the veal pieces. Brown the veal over medium-high heat.
  3. Add Vegetables: Add the leek and carrot to the saucepan and let them get color. Then add the onion and garlic.
  4. Season: Season with more salt and pepper. Add cumin and oregano and mix well.
  5. Deglaze: Deglaze the pan with red wine, then add tomato paste and juice.
  6. Simmer: Add water, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for an hour.
  7. Add Chickpeas: Add the frozen chickpeas, cover, and continue cooking for another hour.
  8. Serve: Serve the braised veal with chickpeas on a plate, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with fresh pepper and chopped parsley, and accompany with toasted bread.

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