SPICY INDIAN CHICKPEAS

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Balance the spicy flavor of the chickpeas with a cooling cucumber yogurt salad.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Indian-Inspired Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 cups), plus 1 small onion, sliced, for garnish
8 cloves garlic, minced (2 tablespoons)
1 3-inch-square piece of peeled fresh ginger, minced (3 tablespoons)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained (1 cup liquid reserved)
1 large tomato, sliced in wedges, for garnishing
3 hot fresh green chiles, sliced lengthwise and seeded, for garnishing

Steps:

  • Heat large skillet and swirl in the oil. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Saute until soft and lightly golden, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon, garam masala, cumin, coriander, cloves, cayenne, and salt. Add to the onion mixture; cook and stir in the spices to lightly toast, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another few minutes to combine. The color should be dark red.
  • Add the chickpeas plus the cup of reserved liquid. Stir to combine. Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, removing the cover in the last few minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit for a minute to allow the beans to soak up the spice flavors. Season with salt to taste.
  • Serve in a shallow bowl garnished with the sliced onion, tomato wedges, and slices of green chiles.

Hira Rasheed
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This dish is a great way to add some variety to your weekly meal plan. It's a delicious and healthy meal that's sure to please everyone at the table.


Jhon Jauregui
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I'm not a fan of chickpeas, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The chickpeas were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Azan Jutt
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for me, but I was able to tone it down by using less chili powder. It was still very flavorful and delicious.


Zeyd Chala
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chickpeas and this recipe is definitely a winner. The chickpeas are so flavorful and the sauce is delicious.


Al Martin
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This dish is a great source of protein and fiber. It's a healthy and satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.


Tracey Devon
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I love the fact that this recipe is so versatile. You can add any vegetables you like and it always turns out delicious.


Nitai Debnath
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. I always have a can of chickpeas in my pantry and this recipe is a great way to use them up.


Delia Herbert
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I've never made Indian food before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to try more Indian recipes in the future.


The Merpsters225
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This recipe is perfect for a party. I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the spicy flavor and the chickpeas were so tender.


Terrdoug Johnson
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The spices are perfectly balanced and the chickpeas are cooked to perfection.


maria stanislaus
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian recipes. This spicy Indian chickpeas recipe is definitely a winner. It's packed with flavor and the chickpeas are so satisfying.


Park Duoà
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Simon Philipus
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can throw it together in about 30 minutes and it's always delicious.


jinyi
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it three times already and it's always a hit. The chickpeas are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.


Samar
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I followed the recipe exactly and my chickpeas turned out perfectly. They were so creamy and flavorful. I served them with rice and vegetables and it was a delicious meal.


Awesome Clips
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I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but this recipe changed my mind. The spices really bring out the flavor of the chickpeas and make them addictive.


ishaq saqi
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said it was the best Indian dish he's ever had.


lavlu islam lavlu00
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the spicy flavor and the chickpeas were so tender. I'll definitely be making this again.


Cerhys Llewellyn
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Wow! This spicy Indian chickpeas recipe is a game-changer. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the chickpeas are perfectly cooked. I'm definitely adding this to my regular rotation.