CURRIED CHICKPEAS WITH FRESH GINGER AND CILANTRO

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Curried Chickpeas with Fresh Ginger and Cilantro image

Provided by Lynn Alley

Categories     Ginger     Chickpea     Cilantro

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups dried chickpeas
6 cups water
1 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup sesame or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
4 whole cloves
4 green cardamom pods
1 1/2 teaspoons pure chile powder
1 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
Salt to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
Yogurt, for serving (optional)
3 fresh serrano chiles, seeded, deveined, and cut into julienne, for garnish
A few fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Thoroughly rinse the chickpeas and place them in the slow cooker insert along with the water. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the chickpeas are tender.
  • In a large sauté pan, brown the onion in the sesame oil until dark brown in color, about 15 minutes.
  • Combine the cumin seeds, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom, chile powder, ginger, turmeric, garam masala, and cayenne in an electric coffee mill or a mortar and pestle and grind to a coarse powder.
  • Add the coarsely ground spices to the onion and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, then add the onion and spices to the cooked chickpeas. Recover and continue cooking for another 30 to 60 minutes.
  • Using a handheld immersion blender, purée some of the chickpeas in the insert to thicken the mixture.
  • Add salt to taste, then stir in the lemon juice. Ladle into bowls, add a dollop of yogurt, and garnish with the chile slices and cilantro leaves.
  • Suggested Beverage
  • I would enjoy a light- to medium-bodied white wine, such as a Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, or Spanish Rueda or Albariño.

Pam Phillips
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I'm not a vegan, but I love this recipe. The chickpeas are so flavorful and the curry sauce is so creamy. I highly recommend this recipe, even if you're not a vegan.


A L
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This is my go-to recipe for curried chickpeas. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the addition of fresh ginger and cilantro. It really brightens up the dish.


Ruba Najar
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last night and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy curry sauce and the tender chickpeas. I'll definitely be making this again.


Faryad ali Faryad ali
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and savory curry sauce. I also love that this recipe is so healthy.


Ahsan Saqib
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chickpeas, and this recipe is a winner. The curry sauce is so flavorful and the chickpeas are cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Marc Epting
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This is one of those recipes that I always have the ingredients for on hand. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


SonU Memon
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful and satisfying dish.


SIPHO WELCOME
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious. I highly recommend it.


Disty Disty
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for potlucks or parties. I always get rave reviews.


Helmuts Kazaks
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This is a great recipe for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it for lunch throughout the week. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables.


DBROW PLANDO46
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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The curry sauce was so flavorful and the chickpeas were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


A balanced Rsyysgsueggegsudu
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The addition of coconut milk makes this curry extra creamy and flavorful. I also love the hint of sweetness from the raisins. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Zwoluga Ramaboya
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of beans and vegetables, and it's always delicious. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Abuu Abuu
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This was my first time making curried chickpeas and it was a success! The recipe was easy to follow and the finished dish was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Valentina Flores
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The chickpeas are always cooked perfectly and the curry sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Anthony Fida
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This is one of my favorite curried chickpea recipes. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I especially love the addition of fresh ginger and cilantro. It really brightens up the dish.