Chickpeas With Lime, Chilli, Tamarind And Coriander

Name: Chickpeas With Lime, Chilli, Tamarind And Coriander
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 25 g unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 red onions, peeled and finely sliced; 150 g fresh coriander; 3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 1 red chili pepper, finely sliced; 1 inch fresh gingerroot, peeled and chopped; 1 tablespoon roasted mixed spice; 1 tablespoon tamarind juice; 4 carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 (400 g) cans chopped tomatoes; 2 cinnamon sticks; 400 g cooked chickpeas; 100 ml maple syrup; 100 ml tamari; 3 limes, juice of

Servings: persons

25 g unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 red onions, peeled and finely sliced
150 g fresh coriander
3 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 red chili pepper, finely sliced
1 inch fresh gingerroot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon roasted mixed spice
1 tablespoon tamarind juice
4 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 (400 g) cans chopped tomatoes
2 cinnamon sticks
400 g cooked chickpeas
100 ml maple syrup
100 ml tamari
3 limes, juice of

1
Melt half of the butter in a medium heavy based saucepan over gentle heat until foaming, pour in the oil then add the onions, sweat gently for 5 minutes.
2
Meanwhile wash the coriander and separate the leaves and set aside, chop the root and stems.
3
To the onions, add garlic, chilli, ginger, coriander roots and stems, spice mix and tamari water, stir well then add tomatoes, carrots and cinnamon.
4
Put lid on and turn heat to low and simmer gently for 1 hour stirring occasionally till carrots are tender and the flavours have melded together.
5
Add the chick peas maple syrup and tamari and cook for 10 minutes.
6
Add remaining butter and lime juice and stir well.
7
Taste well, you are aiming for deep, smooth, spicey, sour, salty and sweet, May need just a touch more tamari or maple syrup?.
8
Finish by stirring through fresh coriander leaves and serve not too hot.

662

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 25 g unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 red onions, peeled and finely sliced, 150 g fresh coriander, and more.

Yes, Chickpeas With Lime, Chilli, Tamarind And Coriander 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!