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Sauteed Chick-Peas with Cinnamon and Fresh Coriander

4.2

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Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2

Ingredients

a 19-ounce can chick-peas, rinsed and drained (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil (preferable extra-virgin)
2 cinnamon sticks, halved
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
1/4 cup fresh coriander

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Dry chick-peas completely between layers of paper towels.

    Step 2

    In a deep 12-inch heavy skillet (preferably non-stick) heat 3 tablespoons oil with cinnamon sticks over moderately high heat until cinnamon is fragrant and sauté chick-peas, shaking skillet, until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer chick-peas to a bowl and toss with remaining 2 teaspoons oil, lemon juice, coriander, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve chick-peas warm or at room temperature.

TagsChickpeaBean and LegumeVegetableCinnamonHerbs & SpicesCilantroSideDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianQuickEasy30 Minutes or Less5 Ingredients or FewerWeeknight MealsSauteGourmet
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