CHICKPEA WAT

Chickpea Wat image

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 Tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
1 large red onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
1 potato, peeled and chopped
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground cardamom
1 Tbsp tomato paste
1 c canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 c water
1 c thawed green peas

Steps:

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, cover and cook until softened - approx. 5 minutes. Add the carrots and potatoes, cover and cook approx. 10 minutes more.
2. Stir in spices including tomato paste. Mix well and add chickpeas and water. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender and the flavor is developed - approx. 30 minutes. Add more water, if needed. About 10 minutes before the stew is ready, stir in green peas and adjust seasonings.