10 de diciembre de 2025

A Taste of Tradition: Potaje de Acelgas con Olla GM Brings Spanish Flavors to Your Home

Potaje de Acelgas con Olla GM

A Taste of Tradition: Potaje de Acelgas con Olla GM Brings Spanish Flavors to Your Home

Bring the flavors of Spain into your kitchen with this delicious and hearty Potaje de Acelgas recipe. This traditional Spanish dish is a comforting and nutritious soup made with Swiss chard, chickpeas, potatoes, and a flavorful broth. With the help of your Olla GM, you can easily recreate this authentic recipe at home and enjoy a taste of tradition.

Ingredients:

1 bunch of Swiss chard

1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 potatoes, peeled and diced

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves of garlic, minced

1 bay leaf

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp cumin

6 cups vegetable broth

Salt and pepper to taste

Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation:

1. Prepare the Ingredients

Start by washing the Swiss chard thoroughly and separating the leaves from the stems. Chop the stems into small pieces and set aside. Roll up the leaves and chop them into ribbons.

2. Sauté the Aromatics

Turn on your Olla GM and select the «Sauté» function. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the pot and sauté the chopped onion and garlic until they become translucent, about 3 minutes.

Sauté at 120°C for 3 minutes.

3. Add the Spices

Add the bay leaf, smoked paprika, and cumin to the pot, stirring to combine with the aromatics. Let the spices toast for a minute to release their flavors.

4. Add the Vegetables

Add the chopped Swiss chard stems, diced potatoes, and chickpeas to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

5. Pressure Cook

Secure the lid of your Olla GM and select the «Pressure Cook» function. Cook the potaje de acelgas at high pressure for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cook at 120°C for 10 minutes.

6. Release Pressure and Serve

Once the cooking time is up, carefully release the pressure from the Olla GM according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Remove the lid and give the soup a final stir. Serve the potaje de acelgas hot, drizzled with a bit of olive oil and accompanied by crusty bread.

Enjoy this traditional Spanish dish that is sure to warm your heart and soul. With the Olla GM, you can effortlessly recreate the flavors of Spain in your own kitchen and impress your family and friends with a taste of tradition.