Made with AI
Spiced Chickpea and Rice Skillet
Ingredients
- basmati rice2 cups
- cooked chickpeas2 cups
- large onion1 piece
- garlic2 cloves
- ground cumin1 teaspoon
- ground coriander1 teaspoon
- ground cinnamon0,5 teaspoon
- ground turmeric0,25 teaspoon
- olive oil3 tablespoons
- fresh cilantro0,25 cup
- golden raisins0,25 cup
- salt1 teaspoon
- black pepper0,5 teaspoon
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 3
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- 6
Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and stir to coat the grains with the spices and oil.
- 7
Pour in 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- 8
Add the cooked chickpeas and golden raisins to the skillet. Stir gently to combine.
- 9
Cover and continue to cook for another 10-12 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- 10
Remove from heat and let the skillet rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 11
Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
