Moldovan Chickpea Pudding
Discover the comforting charm of Moldovan Chickpea Pudding, a versatile dish that balances wholesome ingredients with rich, creamy flavors. This traditional recipe can be prepared as either a sweet or savory delight, catering to a variety of palates. Featuring pureed chickpeas blended with milk and thickened with a gentle, buttery roux, this pudding offers a velvety texture that’s both satisfying and nourishing. The sweet version is delicately spiced with cinnamon and sugar, while the savory option is enhanced with black pepper and optional Parmesan for a depth of flavor. Perfect as a unique dessert or a hearty appetizer, this dish is easy to prepare and can be tailored to both plant-based or traditional diets. Serve it warm, garnished with cinnamon or freshly grated cheese, and let this Moldovan classic bring a touch of Eastern European heartiness to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams chickpeas (dried or canned)
- 500 milliliters milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 50 grams butter (or vegan alternative)
- 40 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams sugar (for sweet version)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for sweet version)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (optional, for savory version)
- 20 grams grated Parmesan (optional, for savory version)
Instructions
If using dried chickpeas, soak them in water for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse them before boiling in fresh water for about 1 hour or until tender. If using canned chickpeas, simply drain and rinse them.
In a food processor or blender, puree the cooked chickpeas with 300 milliliters of milk until smooth. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and stir in the flour. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a light roux.
Gradually add the pureed chickpea mixture to the saucepan, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in the remaining milk to achieve a smooth consistency.
For a sweet version, add sugar and cinnamon at this stage. For a savory version, add salt, black pepper, and optional Parmesan.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Transfer the mixture to serving bowls or ramekins.
Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving. For the sweet version, garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon. For the savory version, garnish with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 3322 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.8 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.9 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.1 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 1065 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1766 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
