Curried Chickpeas With Chutney Bulgur Recipes

Steps:

• Combine the bulgur with 2 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a rapid simmer, then cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
• Meanwhile, combine the chickpeas, tomatoes, curry powder, cumin, and turmeric in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, then simmer gently for 5 minutes. Cover until needed.
• When the bulgur is done, stir in the scallions, cilantro, margarine, and chutney. Season with a little salt. To serve, mound a portion of the bulgur on each plate and top with a portion of the chickpea mixture. Garnish with additional cilantro, if desired.
• Variation
• Make this with whole wheat couscous in place of bulgur. Combine 1 1/4 cups couscous with 2 1/2 cups water in a heatproof container; let stand for 5 to 10 minutes, until the water is absorbed, then fluff with a fork.
• Menu Suggestions
• Serve this with steamed broccoli or green beans along with a simple salad of crisp cucumbers dressed in a creamy vegan dressing. Add fresh flatbread, if you'd like.
• For a colorful meal, combine this with Cauliflower and Carrot Salad (page 189) and microwaved sweet potatoes.
• nutrition information
• Calories: 242
• Total Fat: 4g
• Protein: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 47g
• Fiber: 10g
• Sodium: 340mg

Steps:

• Saute onion, ginger, and garlic in oil. Add curry powder and cook 30 seconds. Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute. Add chickpeas and cook until heated through; season. Serve with yogurt and cilantro sprigs.

Steps:

• Drain the soaked chickpeas, and place in a pot with 1 quart water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer one hour. Add salt to taste and continue to simmer for 30 minutes to an hour, until the chickpeas are tender.
• Place the bulgur in a 2-quart bowl. Place a strainer over the bowl, and drain the chickpeas so that the hot broth covers the bulgur. Set the chickpeas aside. Cover the bowl, and allow the bulgur to sit until fluffy, about 20 to 30 minutes. Strain and press out excess liquid.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet, and add the scallions. Cook, stirring, until tender, two or three minutes. Stir in the garlic, and continue to cook until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Stir in the bulgur and chickpeas. Add the herbs and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and toss together. Remove from the heat, add lemon juice and pepper, taste and adjust salt. Add more lemon juice if desired. Serve hot or room temperature.