Description
Creamy and flavorful, these Marry Me Chickpeas are a delightful fusion dish that will win your heart. Made with chickpeas simmered in a luscious coconut milk or cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic herbs, this vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Add Flavor: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste. Pour in coconut milk, simmer.
- Cook Chickpeas: Add chickpeas, cook until sauce thickens slightly.
- Final Touches: Stir in lemon juice, Parmesan (optional), adjust seasoning. Garnish and serve over desired base.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use coconut milk and skip the Parmesan cheese.
- This dish pairs well with spinach or kale added towards the end of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
