Spicy Algerian Doubara Homs is a beloved dish from the Biskra region, famed for its rich, spicy flavors and comforting textures. This robust chickpea stew is cooked in a spicy tomato-based sauce and finished with fresh garnishes. Packed with aromatic spices, the dish embodies the heart of Algerian cuisine, perfect for a warming and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

🌿 2-3 cups cooked chickpeas, prepared from dry chickpeas
🧂 0.5 packet baking powder
🌶️ 4-5 pieces dried red peppers
🍅 1-2 medium fresh tomatoes, for steaming and crushing
🍅 1-2 medium fresh tomatoes, diced for garnish
🌶️ 1-2 green hot peppers, diced for garnish
🌶️ Whole pickled green peppers, for garnish
🧄 ~2-3 tablespoons garlic, minced
🥄 2 tablespoons olive oil
🍅 2 tablespoons tomato paste
🌿 1/4 cup diced spring onion/parsley, and a sprig for garnish
🌿 2-3 tablespoons ground cumin
🌿 1 tablespoon Ras el Hanout
🌶️ 1-2 teaspoons paprika
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
💧 Water, for soaking, cooking, and simmering sauce

Instructions

1- Prepare Chickpeas:

• Clean and wash dry chickpeas.
• Soak them in water with 0.5 packet of baking powder for at least 10 hours, ideally overnight.
• Drain, rinse, and cook in fresh water in a pressure cooker for about 40 minutes until tender.

2- Prepare Pepper and Tomato Mash:

• Steam dried red peppers and 1-2 fresh tomatoes until very soft.
• Remove pepper stems and peel tomatoes.
• Crush or mash to a smooth paste.

3- Prepare Hot Sauce Base:

• Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot.
• Sauté 1 tablespoon garlic and 1 teaspoon paprika until fragrant.
• Stir in tomato paste, sauté briefly, and add water to create a thin sauce. Simmer for a few minutes.

4- Assemble Doubara:

• Mix cooked chickpeas with some cooking liquid in a large bowl.
• Add hot sauce base.
• Incorporate pepper and tomato mash.
• Mix in fresh garlic, cumin, Ras el Hanout, and salt.
• Combine thoroughly to distribute flavors.

5- Serve:

• Serve in a traditional bowl (Qas'a).
• Optionally add more hot sauce.
• Garnish with diced tomatoes and green peppers.
• Top with pickled green peppers and a parsley or dill sprig.
• Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Prep Time: 10 hours soaking
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 11 hours
Servings: 4-6
Calories/Serving: Approx. 300-400 (estimate)
Protein/Serving: ~15g
Fat/Serving: ~8g
Carbohydrates/Serving: ~50g
Equipment: Pressure Cooker, Steamer Basket, Large Mixing Bowl, Cook Pot

Cooking Tips

• Use baking powder for softer chickpeas.
• Add garnishes fresh to maintain vibrancy.

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Spicy Algerian Doubara Homs