Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tsp

Paprika powder

to taste

1 sprig

Mint Leaves (Pudina)

chopped

4 tbsp

Hung Curd (Greek Yogurt)

2 sprig

Coriander (Dhania) Leaves

chopped

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

0.25 cup

Kabuli Chana (White Chickpeas)

0.5 cup

Mixed vegetables

cauliflower

1 tsp

Lemon juice

0.25 tsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

1 cup

Quinoa

1 cup

Water

as per required

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

2 unit

Tomatoes

pureed

0.5 tsp

Black pepper powder

crushed

0.5 tsp

Ginger

crushed

0.25 tsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

1 pinch

White pepper powder

to taste

2 unit

Lemon wedges

as required

Step 1
~4 min

Soak quinoa in warm water for 15-20 minutes.

Step 2
~4 min

Drain water from the quinoa.

Step 3
~4 min

Fluff the quinoa with a fork and reserve.

Step 4
~4 min

Blanch tomatoes and make a puree.

Step 5
~4 min

Blanch mixed vegetables with a pinch of salt.

Step 6
~4 min

Drain vegetables, retaining the water.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat sunflower oil in a heavy-bottomed pan.

Step 8
~4 min

Add crushed ginger and sauté for 20 seconds.

Step 9
~4 min

Add tomato puree, cooked chickpeas, blanched vegetables, and retained vegetable water.

Step 10
~4 min

Simmer the mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Mash chickpeas slightly to add volume.

Step 12
~4 min

Add spice powders (paprika, coriander, cumin, black pepper, white pepper) and salt.

Step 13
~4 min

Adjust consistency and taste.

Step 14
~4 min

Finish with crushed black pepper and top with celery or coriander.

Step 15
~4 min

Transfer to a serving bowl.

Step 16
~4 min

Mix hung curd, chopped coriander leaves, chopped mint leaves, lemon juice, and salt to make coriander curd.

Step 17
~4 min

Cool coriander curd in the refrigerator before serving.

Step 18
~4 min

Serve Moroccan Chickpeas Curry with Quinoa and Coriander Curd on its own or with Moroccan Roast Chicken.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the spice level to your preference.

Add a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness.

Garnish with chopped cilantro for a pop of freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The curry can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with quinoa and coriander curd.

Pairs well with Moroccan Roast Chicken.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Moroccan Roast Chicken
Warm pita bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

Reflects Moroccan culinary traditions with spices and use of chickpeas.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Weekend Meal
Healthy Eating

Popularity Score

70/100

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