Monday, March 3, 2008

Chickpeas in Cilantro Sauce

For 3 servings

1 large can of chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
2 cups fresh cilantro or coriander
1 large onion finely chopped
1 red pepper finely chopped (remove head and seeds)
salt to taste
3 slices of fresh lemon
3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup water

  1. Heat the oil in a pan. Add the onions and peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes on medium flame until the onions are translucent.
  2. Put most of the onion and pepper mixture in a blender (leave about 2-3 tablespoons in the pan).
  3. Blend the mixture for about a minute.
  4. Wash the cilantro thoroughly. Add it to the blender with the onion and pepper mixture. Add water. Blend for about 2 minutes until there are no more whole cilantro leaves.
  5. Drain the can of chickpeas and rinse with water. Add it to the pan with the little bit on ion and red pepper mixture left in it.
  6. Add the cilantro mixture and put the stove on medium.
  7. Add salt to taste.
  8. Allow to cook for 5-8 minutes until it is gently boiling.
  9. Remove and serve with the lemon slices.

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