Ingredients

  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. ground coriander
  • 18 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 18 tsp. freshly ground pepper
  • 1 1/2 Tbs. olive oil
  • 2 (20-oz.) cans canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed (3 cups)
  • 1 Tbs. light brown sugar
  • 2 medium carrots, grated (1 cup)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley

Method

  • Make spice mixture: In small bowl, mix cumin, paprika, cinnamon, coriander, cloves, salt and pepper.
  • In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add spice mixture and cook, stirring constantly, 15 seconds.
  • Stir in 3 tablespoons water.
  • Cook briefly, stirring, then stir in chickpeas.
  • Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and cook 2 minutes, stirring once.
  • Stir in brown sugar, then carrots and onion.
  • Cover and cook 1 minute more.
  • Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice.
  • Transfer chickpeas to serving bowl, sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.