I remember way back when I was a child, Sweetened U.S. Chickpeas (Minatamis na Garbanzos) is one of the most popular desserts and is even served during parties and special occasions. It is also one of my nanay’s favorite. I never cared for it nor did I like it. But now that I’m a grown-up, I loved U.S. Chickpeas more than ever. Especially when I had a family of my own. I make sure I serve one or two dishes per week that are made of U.S. Pulses.
What are Pulses?
Since it’s Summer and I’ve been thinking of my nanay lately, I thought I’d make her favorite but with a twist of my own. I like making my own Sweetened U.S. Chickpeas because I can control the sweetness and the tenderness of the beans. U.S. Chickpeas help a lot in controlling blood sugar so I don’t want to counter it by adding too much sugar.
Just in case you’re wondering what are the other health benefits of U.S. Chickpeas:
- It’s a rich source of vitamins, minerals and fiber.
- It helps in improving digestion.
- It aids in weight management.
- It is rich in protein.
- It reduces the risk of several chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.
and most of all — it is inexpensive and would be a nice addition to your menu rotation!
This is how my nanay likes her Sweetened U.S. Chickpeas….
… and this is how we like ours — with lots of shaved ice and milk!
It’s a very refreshing snack or dessert, especially on hot Summer days like the ones we are having right now.
How about you mommies? What’s your favorite way of preparing U.S. Chickpeas for your family?
For more information on U.S. Chickpeas and other U.S. Pulses, go to https://www.pulses.
Or follow their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PulseAssociationofthePhilippines/
- 1 cup dried grabanzos (U.S. Chickpeas)
- water
- pandan leaf (optional, for aroma)
- ½ cup white sugar
- ice/shaved ice
- evaporated milk
- Put dried U.S. Chickpeas in a container and soak in 2 cups boiled water for 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, drain that water.
- Transfer the U.S. Chickpeas in a pot and add 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 hour.
- Drain the water and bring the chickpeas to room temperature.
- Remove the skin.
- Put the chickpeas in the same pot and add 4 cups of water. Add the white sugar and stir to dissolve.
- Add the pandan leaf, if using.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes or until liquid becomes a syrup and has thickened.
- Cool this to room temperature or transfer in a jar and put in the fridge to chill.
- Put two tablespoon of Sweetened Garbanzos in a glass. Add shaved ice, leaving some space for another 2 tbsp of Sweetened Garbanzos on top.
- Drizzle with about ¼ cup evaporated milk.
- Enjoy on a hot day.
♥ If you make this recipe, be sure to snap a photo and tag @thepeachkitchen on Instagram (OR hashtag it #thepeachkitchen). I’d love to see what you cook!
Hoping to try this too momsh after quarantine😍 Saraaap😋😋
Wow… Ang sarap nito momsh.. Will try to make this one.
Done♥️
Sana matry ko rin yan parang ang sarap
saktong sakto sa panahon ang sarap…😍😋
Sarap Naman 😋😋 Sana makatry ako nito pag may budget na😋😋
Sarap nmn, so refreshing. Perfect dahil summer na
Sarap tlaga ng garbanszoz lalo sa halohalo 😋😋😋
Now I know that the English term/name of minatamis na garbanzos is sweetened U.S chickpeas.
And I thought I can only found it in Halo-Halo, but your version mommy Peach are very ideal on a hot summer weather. I love it too with shaved ice and milk!
Thank you for sharing this affordable recipe but very cool and awesome drink with sweetened U.S chickpeas!
Never pa nasubukan at nakatikim ng garbanzos cin yelo. Looks yummy po.
Wow perfect na perfect to sa mainit na panahon! Sarap!
Pwede pala gawing sweetened ang garbanzos now ko lang nalaman. Ang galing
Mukhang masarap ah, pwede rin ito oang business lalo na ngayong summer
Wow wanna try this one! Garbanzos pwede pala! Mukhang masarap sya mommy talaga
Ma try tu mommy pag may pera na hahaha sarap kc nyan eh
Wow! Easy lang pa lang gawin. Sayang wala kaming pandyrog ng ice, sakto pa naman ngayon yan momshie at tag init na.
Perfect 😍 haven’t tried putting garbanzos pa sa dessert like this but would surely love this dahil sobrang hilig ko sa desserts 💛
Akala ko nung una Mais talaga hahahha! Kahit nabasa ko na yung Garbanzos hahhaa akala ko yun yung tawag yun pala iba talaga sya now ko lang kasi narinig ung word na garbanzos.. Perfect toh ngayong summer and easy na easyng gawin.. Pwede ituro sa mga kids..
Wow ang sarap naman po nito momsh isa po ito sa fab ko hehehe
love it when I learn something new and with the information you shared I now know more and can share more as when we learn we can educate others Again thank you for sharing
Wow dessert. Budget lang kulang sa akin gusto ko rin sana lalo na mahilig mga anak ko sa desserts. Galing mo talaga momsh 😊
I love garbanzos! This is one of mg grandmother’s favorite snack before.
Okay, I admit it’s a recipe that makes me a little perplexed, perhaps for my taste. But it doesn’t scare me … try it to believe it!
an amazing combo… have never ever thought of it… gonna try surely….. it looks delicious
This is a super interesting dish I have never tried garbanzo beans as a desert. I would love to try this dish it’s something new and different for me.
I love chickpeas and need to try this. It does sound very tasty
I have never seen chickpeas served this way! I love them though, so I appreciate there are so many different ways to enjoy them. Especially since they are so healthy!
I have been seeing so many creative uses for garbanzo beans lately. I can’t believe all the things you can do with them!
I haven’t tried chickpeas before, only maiz con yelo! I wonder how this tastes like. Im really curious!
I have never heard of chickpeas sweetened like this. My boys really like chickpeas, I am going to have to try this!
This was really interesting. I cook a lot with chickpeas, usually frying or baking them with some spices for a crispy treat, but I’ve never tried serving them sweetened like this. As a self-professed chickpea addict, I might just have to give it a try… lol
I love chick peas but have never heard of them prepared this way. Sounds refreshing!
I have never thought about having Garbanzos beans / chickpeas this was! I’m excited about trying it!
I hope i can try this after quarantine. It looks really good though.
Oooh this sounds really good. I love all of these ingredients so I am sure I would love this.
Oh I was thinking of doing this the past few days! I so love minatamis na garbanzos, alisin na lahat ang minatamis wag lang ang garbanzos, kaaway ko sya hahaha
This is very interesting. I just bought some chickpeas for the first time. I do like all the health benefits.
Admittedly, although this sounds rather strange, I’d actually love to try it – I love chickpeas for the protein content so I would definitely give this a go! x
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perfect sa.panahon ngayon.
Hey, Thanks for the recipe. I will definitely try it at home soon since we have all the time in the world now!