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Chickpea Curry

SUBMITTED BY: AMINAH A. RAHMAN PHOTO BY: Amytron

"We usually recommend preparing the beans at home, but using canned chickpeas allows for a fast, convenient dish."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 299 stars. This recipe average a 4.2 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  40 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 onions, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, finely chopped
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 2 (2 inch) sticks cinnamon, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

DIRECTIONS

  1. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat, and fry onions until tender.
  2. Stir in garlic, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt, cayenne, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute over medium heat, stirring constantly. Mix in garbanzo beans and their liquid. Continue to cook and stir until all ingredients are well blended and heated through. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro just before serving, reserving 1 tablespoon for garnish.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2003 by ASHEVILLE14
Of the new recipes I try, my husband and I agree that I should repeat some of them, but with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2005 by Mark P
Pretty good, and so easy. I usually let it simmer for forty minutes to let the flavors... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2005 by SMPARSONS
Delicious - I'd have a couple of suggestions for some other reviewers. If this tastes bland... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2003 by ALI_PALI
I've already reviewed this recipe, but it's become such a favourite of mine that I had to... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 8, 2006 by Marigat
Wonderful side dish for an Indian-themed dinner! I followed the suggestions of other reviewers... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 6, 2005 by bostonfoodie
Good basic recipe for chickpeas or "cholay." You can also top with chopped tomatoes, onions,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2003 by LAALETHEA
My whole family is hooked on this recipe! Wonderful and easy to make. I have also... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2003 by CWISS
We really love this recipe. I make a big batch and freeze it with some rice so we can take it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2003 by DAZHIDAYONG
This was very quick and so easy to make, and tasted very authentic. I added kale to the curry... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2003 by Moni_Stout
I am a big indian food lover, I have tried so many dishes, and it seems almost impossible for... MORE