Curried Chickpeas

High in protein content and dietary fibre, the delightful chickpea gets a curried makeover.

Savour as a snack or enjoy with rice and flat-bread, the dish is sure to delight you. Chole masala, the spice-mix available in stores adds pep and zing to the dish.

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Curried Chickpeas


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  • Author: Priya Sreeram
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

High in protein and dietary fiber, these curried chickpeas are a flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a snack or paired with rice and flatbread.


Ingredients

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  • 250 grams chickpeas, soaked for a few hours and pressure cooked or canned, drained and rinsed
  • 2 large onions, finely chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 10 to 12 large garlic pods, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon urad dal
  • 2 teaspoons chole masala
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and 1 teaspoon of urad dal, and let them crackle and sizzle.
  2. Add the chopped garlic and sauté until its aroma fills the kitchen.
  3. Stir in the chopped onions and sauté for 8-10 minutes, until they become soft and translucent.
  4. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, until they soften.
  5. Mix in 2 teaspoons of chole masala and salt to taste, stirring well to combine.
  6. Add the cooked or canned chickpeas to the wok, stirring to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  7. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Notes

For a quicker version, use canned chickpeas. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of chole masala. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve with rice or flatbread for a complete meal.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 0

 

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  2. Chickpeas. I think it’s worth using dried chickpeas rather than canned, which lose texture – too soft. You don’t have to soak or cook them for very long if you start by bringing them to the boil from cold and leave them soaking in the hot water. I’ve heard that very old dried peas might take longer to cook.

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