Spicy Chickpeas and Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Spicy Chickpeas and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tsp. cumin seeds; 1 tsp. mustard seeds; 1 Tbs. olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 large carrot, grated; 2 tsp. finely chopped jalapeno pepper; 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes; 1 15-oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup currants or raisins (optional); Freshly cooked rice and plain nonfat yogurt for serving

Servings: persons

2 tsp. cumin seeds
1 tsp. mustard seeds
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 large carrot, grated
2 tsp. finely chopped jalapeno pepper
1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes
1 15-oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup currants or raisins (optional)
Freshly cooked rice and plain nonfat yogurt for serving

1
In large dry nonstick skillet, toast cumin and mustard seeds over medium heat until fragrant, stirring often, 30 to 45 seconds.
2
Add oil and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion has softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add carrot and jalapeno and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
4
Add tomatoes (with liquid) and stir 2 minutes.
5
Stir in chickpeas, salt and pepper.
6
Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until liquid is reduced by about half, 10 minutes.
7
Add currants during last 1 minute of cooking.
8
Serve hot over rice, with dollop of yogurt on top.

296

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tsp. cumin seeds, 1 tsp. mustard seeds, 1 Tbs. olive oil, 1 medium onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Chickpeas and Tomatoes 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.

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Spicy Chickpeas and Tomatoes

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