Chick Pea Masala With Star Anise Recipe

Name: Chick Pea Masala With Star Anise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 15 oz can chickpeas; 2 - black cardamom pods; 1/3 - 1/2 cups cooking oil (must cover base of pan); 1 1/2 cups chopped onion (one med large); 2 TBSP chopped garlic (6 med cloves); 1 - 5oz can tomato paste; 6 fresh or dried dates, pitted and chopped; 1 TBSP + 1 TSP ground cumin; 2 tsp salt or if chickpeas are salted, 1 tsp; 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 whole star anise; 1/3+ cup water; 2 bunches Spinach (optional)

Servings: persons

1- 15 oz can chickpeas
2 - black cardamom pods
1/3 - 1/2 cups cooking oil (must cover base of pan)
1 1/2 cups chopped onion (one med large)
2 TBSP chopped garlic (6 med cloves)
1 - 5oz can tomato paste
6 fresh or dried dates, pitted and chopped
1 TBSP + 1 TSP ground cumin
2 tsp salt or if chickpeas are salted, 1 tsp
1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1 tsp black pepper
2 whole star anise
1/3+ cup water
2 bunches Spinach (optional)

1
Drain chickpeas and set aside. With a knife, lightly crack the cardamom pods. With your fingers, peel back the shell to release the black seeds and collect them in a small bowl. Discard the shells. Toast the cardamom seeds, star of anise and cumin seeds in dry pan until the fragrance releases. With a rolling pin or a mortar and pestle, crush the toasted seeds. Set aside.
2
Heat oil in a medium pot on medium high for 45 seconds. Add onion and saute for 6 - 7 minutes or until browned. Stir in garlic and saute for 1 minute or until browned. Add cumin, salt, cayenne, black pepper, star anise and cardamom seeds and saute for 2 minutes or until the paste releases the oils from the fragrant spices. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in tomato paste, dates, and water. Stir in chickpeas and spinach (if using) and heat for 3 - 4 minutes until masala is well mixed with chickpeas. Turn off heat and serve immediately.
3
Serve with basamati rice and naan bread.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 15 oz can chickpeas, 2 - black cardamom pods, 1/3 - 1/2 cups cooking oil (must cover base of pan), 1 1/2 cups chopped onion (one med large), and more.

Yes, Chick Pea Masala With Star Anise falls under the General 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.

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Chick Pea Masala With Star Anise

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