Spicy chickpeas

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsVegetable oil
1mediumOnion; finely chopped
1teaspoonGround coriander
½teaspoonGround cumin
teaspoonCayenne pepper
teaspoonTurmeric
15½ounceGarbanzo beans; canned, rinsed and
; drained
½teaspoonBlack peppercorns; coarsely ground
½teaspoonSalt
1teaspoonFresh lemon juice
2tablespoonsFresh cilantro; chopped

Directions

In a large skillet, heat the oil. Add the onion and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the coriander, cumin, cayenne and turmeric and cook, stirring, about 1 miniute.

Add the chickpeas peppercorns and salt and cook over moderate heat until warmed through. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juick and cilantro. Transfer to a bowl and serve warm or at room temperature.

Per serving: 200 Calories; 8g Fat (36% calories from fat); 6g Protein; 27g Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 733mg Sodium Recipe by: Food & Wine, February 1999 Converted by MM_Buster v2.0l.