Chickpea And Basil Saute Food

BASIL CHICKPEA CURRY

Steps:

• Note: if you want to serve rice with the curry and need to make it, prepare that first so it can cook while you make the curry!
• Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once it's hot, add in the onion, peppers, garlic and ginger with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the onions soften, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in the basil and curry powder. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the chickpeas. Stir in the coconut milk and lime juice. Stir and bring the mixture to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and season with more salt, pepper or lime juice if necessary. Stir in the fresh basil.
• Serve with your favorite rice, naan or just in the bowl by itself!

PASTA E CECI (ITALIAN CHICKPEA SOUP)

Steps:

• Peel and small dice the onion. Mince the garlic. Chop the kale into bite-sized pieces.
• In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and saute for 5 to 6 minutes until the onions are just translucent. Add the garlic and tomato paste and saute for 1 minute.
• Add the vegetable broth, tomatoes and juices, chopped basil, drained and rinsed chickpeas, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, Parmesan rind (or grated Parmesan) and kosher salt. Bring it to a simmer, then cook 10 minutes on medium low.
• Add the pasta and kale and cook until pasta is just al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
• Taste and add fresh ground black pepper and more kosher salt to taste. Remove the Parmesan rind. If desired, garnish with torn basil leaves and Parmesan cheese shavings. The soup will continue to thicken as it cools.

SAUTéED ZUCCHINI & CHICKPEAS

Steps:

• Heat oil and butter in a deep (preferably non-stick) pan over a medium heat until it begins to foam.
• Add the zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, until slightly browned.
• Add the chickpeas.
• Place a circle of non-stick baking paper directly on the surface of the zucchini and chickpeas. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 8 minutes or until the zucchini is soft. Taste, and season with salt and pepper.
• To transport: Cool then place in an airtight container.
• To re-heat: Heat sautéed zucchini and chickpeas in a deep pan over a medium heat, stirring often, for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
• Microwave reheating: Spoon the zucchini and chickpeas into a microwave-safe bowl, cover with lid or plastic wrap and heat on medium, stirring every minute, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through.

CHICKPEA AND BASIL SAUTE

Steps:

• Saute onions and garlic. Add curry paste and cook for 2 more mins. Stir in coconut milk, brown sugar, tamari, and broth. Stir to mix well. Add corn and garbanzo beans. Bring to boil and then reduce and simmer for 10 mins or so. Add spinach, 1/2 basil, and lime zest. Cover and steam until spinach begins to wilt. Fold in tofu and heat through. Squeeze lime juice. Serve & garnish with basil.

CHICKPEA, ASPARAGUS AND CORN SAUTE'

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over nedium-high heat.
• Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
• Add the corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
• Add the asparagus and cook, stiring occasionally, until bright green, about 3 minutes.
• Add the chickpeas and cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus are tender, about 2 minutes.
• Remove the skillet from the heat; stir in the tomatoes, onion, basil, salt and pepper.
• Serve right away or at room temperature.
• NOTE:.
• 1) I add the onions right after the garlic and saute' for about 5 minutes.
• 2) I parboil the asparagus for 3 minutes prior to adding.
• 3) I add the tomatoes at the very end once heat is turned off -- they stay plumper that way.

INSTANT-POT ITALIAN CHICKPEA STEW WITH PESTO

Steps:

• Make the pesto:
• Combine the basil, oil, cheese, garlic, and pine nuts in a small food processor or blender. Pulse until a coarse paste forms, adding a tablespoon or two of water or more olive oil, if necessary to get a loose-enough consistency. Set aside 1/3 cup of pesto for this recipe; the remainder can be refrigerated in an airtight container for a week or so, or frozen for several months.
• Soak the chickpeas:
• In a large bowl, dissolve 1 tablespoon of kosher salt in the water. Add the chickpeas and soak at room temperature for 8 to 24 hours. Drain and rinse.
• Sauté the onions:
• Preheat the Instant Pot by selecting Sauté and adjust to More for high heat. Add the olive oil and heat until it shimmers. Add the onion and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion pieces separate and soften, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Pressure cook:
• Add the drained chickpeas, carrots, tomatoes with their juice, stock, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Lock the lid into place. Select Manual; adjust the pressure to High and the time to 10 minutes. After cooking, naturally release the pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure. Unlock and remove the lid.
• Serve the chickpeas:
• Ladle the chickpeas into bowls and top each with a spoonful of pesto. Sprinkle with the cheese and serve.