One Pot
Pakistani Spicy Chickpeas Recipe
A regular during the Ramadan month at iftaar gatherings, the spicy chickpeas can also work as an excellent appetizer before meals. The snack is low on oil and high in nutrients making it healthy and tasty.
With a very slight gravy, this Pakistani chickpea preparation is not too heavy on your palate; and tingles your spice buds. Use this recipe to mix up a bowl of spicy Pakistani chickpeas for yourself.
Prep Time | 10 minutes |
Cook Time | 25 minutes |
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp lemon pepper
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 1 tbsp limejuice
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cups chickpeas soaked overnight in water
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Instructions
- Warm oil in a large pot over low heat.
- Add cumin and heat until cumin turns a darker shade of brown.
- Add salt, chili powder and lemon and pepper seasoning; mix well.
- Stir in tomatoes.
- Once the juice begins to thicken add in chickpeas and mix well.
- Add in lemon juice and mix well; add onions and stir until they become soft.
- Remove from heat and place into a serving bowl; serve immediately.
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