Asian Chickpea Mix Recipe

Name: Asian Chickpea Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups dried garbanzo beans; 2 stalks lemongrass, cut into 3 pieces each; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 bunch green onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced; 1 large red pepper, chopped; 1 (9 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained; ½ cup sliced almonds, toasted; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups dried garbanzo beans
2 stalks lemongrass, cut into 3 pieces each
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 bunch green onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
1 large red pepper, chopped
1 (9 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
½ cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander

1
Pick over chickpeas and rinse.
2
Bring 8 cups of water and chickpeas to a hard boil for 2 minutes.
3
Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour.
4
Drain and rinse.
5
Bring 8 more cups water, soaked chickpeas, and lemon grass to boil.
6
Reduce heat.
7
Cover partially and simmer 35-40 minutes (until chickpeas are tender).
8
Drain and rinse chickpeas, and discard lemon grass.
9
Heat oil in large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
10
Cook onions, garlic, and ginger for 3 minutes.
11
Add chickpeas and red pepper.
12
Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
13
Scrape into large bowl.
14
Add mandarins and almonds; stir to combine.
15
Whisk together soy sauce and rice vinegar; drizzle over chickpea mixture.
16
Sprinkle with coriander.

376

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups dried garbanzo beans, 2 stalks lemongrass, cut into 3 pieces each, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 bunch green onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Asian Chickpea Mix falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asian Chickpea Mix

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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