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Fragrant Chickpeas with Dates

By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen

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Fragrant Chickpeas with Dates

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Nutritional Info
Per serving: about -
cal 308
pro 8 g
total fat 7 g
sat. fat 1 g
carb 58 g
fibre 10 g
chol 0 mg
sodium 470 mg
% RDI: -
calcium 6
iron 18
vit A 3
vit C 27
folate 42

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As part of a buffet at Eid-ul-Fitr, this dish is also made with other dried fruits, such as apricots, raisins and figs.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper
  • 2 cans (each 19 oz/540 mL) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp thin strips lemon rind
  • 3 plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped pitted dates
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Preparation

In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; fry onion, cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt and pepper, stirring occasionally, until golden and softened, about 8 minutes.

Add chickpeas and half of the lemon rind; fry until chickpeas begin to colour, about 5 minutes.

Add tomatoes and dates; simmer until softened and hot, about 5 minutes. (Make-ahead: Let cool for 30 minutes; refrigerate, uncovered, until cold. Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat over medium heat.)

Stir lemon juice into chickpea mixture. Spoon onto platter; sprinkle with remaining lemon rind.

Source : Canadian Living Magazine: November 2005

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