21 MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA RECIPES THAT ARE NOT HUMMUS: HOW TO COOK CHICKPEAS
Once you learn how to cook chickpeas on the stovetop, you can store them in the fridge for up to 5 days to use in any of my Mediterranean chickpea recipes!
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Soak the chickpeas. You can either soak them overnight or try the quick soaking method. To soak overnight, put the chickpeas in a large bowl and add plenty of water to cover the chickpeas by a good 3 inches. Set aside for 24 hours. For the quick soak method, put the chickpeas in a pot and add 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minute. Turn the heat off, cover and let the chickpeas soak for 1 hour. Drain.
- Stovetop Method. In a large cooking pot, put the chickpeas and 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Cook over medium-high heat, tossing constantly for about 3 to 4 minutes. Add 7 cups of water to cover the beans by several inches. Season with a big pinch of kosher salt (about 1 teaspoon or more if you like). Add the bay leaf and garlic. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down and simmer, skimming off any foam or skins that float to the top. Chickpeas will cook anywhere from 40 minutes to 1 ½ hour or until tender (cooking time will vary depending on the type and freshness of the chickpeas).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.4 kcal, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, Fat 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Fiber 6.6 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 1.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MIDDLE EASTERN RICE (MEJADRA)
Mejadra is a fragrant Middle Eastern rice pilaf with crunchy fried onion throughout it. This is slightly adapted from a Yotam Ottolenghi recipe, from his wonderful cookbook Jerusalem. The main difference is that he uses dried lentils, I use canned. If you don't have time or don't want to deep fry, substitute the fried onions with Asian fried shallots, available from Asian stores and the Asian section of major supermarkets in Australia (Coles, Woolies). The taste is remarkably similar!
Provided by Nagi
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add about 1/3 of the onions and cook for 5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Repeat with remaining onions, in two batches.
- Put the olive oil, cumin seeds and coriander in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook for a couple of minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- Add the rice and stir to coat with the oil and spices.
- Add the water and lentils.
- While it comes to boil, add all the other spices, salt and pepper.
- When it comes to a boil, turn it down to medium-low, cover with lid and let cook for 10 to 12 minutes, or until all the liquid has mostly been absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes - during this time, any residual liquid will absorb.
- Fluff rice with a fork and adjust the seasoning with more salt if you wish.
- Just prior to serving, stir through most of the onions and top with remainder. Sprinkle with chopped coriander if desired. Best served warm.
MIDDLE EASTERN RICE AND LENTILS (MUJADARA)
Middle Eastern Rice and Lentils (Mujadara) is a delicious vegan side dish made with red lentils, basmati rice, caramelized onions and aromatic spices.
Provided by HWC Magazine
Categories 30 Minute Meals Cardiac Friendly Egg Free Gluten Free Lactose Free Vegan
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place your basmati rice in a small sauce pot and add the vegetable broth or water, cover with a tight fitting lid and bring to a boil, then turn down heat to slow simmer for about 12 minutes or until tender. Set aside.
- At the same time, place your washed and picked over red lentils and water in a pot uncovered, place in 1 bay leaf and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes or just until the red lentils are tender. (Do NOT salt the water as this makes the lentils tough) Drain lentils and set aside.
- In a separate pan add olive oil and onions and cook over low medium heat until caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add the cooked red lentils and caramelized onions to the cooked basmati rice and add salt and pepper to taste, cumin and roughly chopped fresh cilantro and stir to combine.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 375 kcal, Carbohydrate 68 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 246 mg, Fiber 15 g, Sugar 3 g
MIDDLE EASTERN SPREAD WITH LENTILS & PEAS
Make and share this Middle Eastern Spread With Lentils & Peas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by T in Marin
Categories Spreads
Time 35m
Yield 4 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook lentils and split peas in a large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 35 minutes. Drain.
- Heat 1/3 cup oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add turmeric and cumin and stir 1 minute. Transfer mixture to processor (or bowl for use of immersion blender). Add lentils and split peas, celery leaves, lemon juice, chili powderand remaining 3 tbsps of oil. Process until smooth. Season generously (to taste) with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to serving bowl. Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving. Serve with pita bread.
MIDDLE EASTERN RICE AND LENTILS
This protein rich dish will add a flavorful accent to broiled or grilled lamb chops or steaks. A combination of cinnamon, cumin, and cloves gives the dish a spicy Middle Eastern taste and aroma. Toss any cold leftovers with a mustard vinaigrette for an easy luncheon salad, or use it to make stuffed peppers!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories White Rice
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 3-quart saucepan, cook onion in oil till crisp-tender, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Add broth, rice, lentils, potato, carrot, raisins, and seasonings.
- Cook until rice and lentils are almost tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Stir in the bell pepper and peas.
- Cover and cook about 5-10 minutes more, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice and lentils are tender.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
- I sometimes use this rice to make stuffed peppers.
- I put rice in peppers and pour canned spaghetti sauce (I usually add about 1/8 cup water to this) over, cover and bake about 45 to 60 minutes.
- I also use leftover rice to make veggie burgers.
- Enjoy!
- For Vegetarian/Vegan do not use chicken broth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.3, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 722.2, Carbohydrate 77.3, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 17.4, Protein 16.4
INDIAN LENTIL AND SPLIT PEA SPREAD
Steps:
- Cook lentils and split peas in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 35 minutes. Drain.
- Heat 1/3 cup oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add turmeric and cumin and stir 1 minutes. Transfer mixture to processor. Add lentils and split peas, cilantro, lemon juice, chili powder and remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Process until smooth. Season generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to medium bowl. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.) Serve with pita bread.
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