Moroccan Chickpeas

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Moroccan Chickpeas

Marrakesh Spice Mix

3 tbsp ground coriander

3 tbsp paprika

2 tbsp cumin

1 tbsp dried thyme

1-2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Moroccan Chickpeas

1 tbsp olive oil

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 tbsp Marrakesh spice mix (listed above)

2 cans chickpeas

2 ripe field tomatoes, chopped

2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped

1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped

kosher or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1. Heat oil in a frying pan set over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until soft, but not brown.

2. Stir in garlic and spice mix and cook for a couple of minutes.

3 Drain chickpeas, rinse under cold water and add to the pan. Stir to coat the chickpeas in the onion mixtures and heat through, about 5 minutes

4..Add tomatoes and herbs, and heat just to blend flavours. Season to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serves 8