A Peruvian Classic "Carapulcra" - (Vegan/Gluten-Free/Alcohol Free)

A Peruvian Classic: 
"Carapulcra"
Vegan & Gluten-Free Version 
(& alcohol free)

Ingredients:
1 lb dried Potatoes  (Peruvian Papa Seca)
2 cups of cooked Garbanzos (or 1 can of Garbanzos)
1 - 8oz box of Mushrooms
1 tablespoon of Minced Garlic
​1 medium Onion
3 Aji Peppers (or 3 tablespoons of Aji paste) 
2 teaspoon of Cumin
2 cups of Veggie Broth
1 cup of ground peanuts (or any nuts)
1/8 teaspoon of Ground Cloves
1/8 teaspoon of Ground Cinnamon 
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
4 cups of water
​Salt to taste

Directions:

Put the potatoes in a bowl & cover with water. Leave the potatoes to soak for 30 minutes, drain.

Chop the onions and peppers. Mince the garlic. Grind your peanuts.

Put the potatoes into a pot with 4 cups of water and let it simmer til the potatoes soften up.

In a deep pot, saute the onions, garlic, mushrooms and peppers.

Add the garbanzos and stir.

Add the potatoes. Do not drain the water. Add the whole thing to your pot.

Add the veggie broth, ground peanuts, spices and red wine vinegar into the pot. Stir well. 

Allow it to simmer for 10-15min.

Serve hot with rice and/or greens.

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