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Easy 59 min~420 kcal 8/10
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Merguez Chickpea Skillet
This Moroccan-style skillet cooks spiced sausage with chickpeas and tomato into a smoky supper.
Easy⏱️ 32 min📖 1 min readServes 4~344 kcal🌍 North African🌍 Full translation
14 min prep 18 min cook
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 32 min- Prep14 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 300 g Merguez sausage
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Grated tomato
- 1 Onion
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Olive oil
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the merguez into thick slices, drain the chickpeas, and slice the onion into half-moons.
- 2
Sear the merguez in a wide pan for 6 minutes, leaving its fat in the pan.
6 min06:00 - 3
Cook the onion in the same pan for 5 minutes, keeping the heat at medium so the spices open in the fat.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the tomato and cook for 6 minutes; when the sauce begins to thicken, add the chickpeas.
6 min06:00 - 5
Cook the chickpeas and merguez together for 10 minutes, adding a little hot water if the bottom of the pan dries out.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Searing the merguez first keeps the inside juicy while leaving its fat in the pan.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the pan hot, sprinkled with parsley, with couscous on the side.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~344
kcal calories
16
g protein
24
g carbs
18
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 30%Fat 50%
GI 18 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
7.3g
Sugar
8.7g
Fiber
10.7mg
Sodium
0.8g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Merguez Chickpea Skillet make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Merguez Chickpea Skillet take?
Prep 14 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 32 minutes in total.Is Merguez Chickpea Skillet difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Merguez Chickpea Skillet have?
Approximately 344 kcal per serving. Protein: 16g, carbs: 24g, fat: 18g.Is Merguez Chickpea Skillet allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Merguez Chickpea Skillet belong to?
This recipe belongs to North African cuisine.How many ingredients does Merguez Chickpea Skillet need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.Is Merguez Chickpea Skillet filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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