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Golden Spiced Chickpea Rice ~
A vibrant and aromaticbrownricedishthat combines a warmblend of spiceswith the nuttiness of chickpeas for a wholesomecomfort foodmeal.
Serve withCrispy Baked Tofuand fresh naan bread.
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Spiced Rice Recipe
I like this recipe for its satisfying combination of flavors and textures.
Chickpea Rice is easy to make withpantry staples, and you can enjoy it as a primary orside dishthat works for a casual get-together or a simple anddelicious mealat home.
Ingredients for Golden Spiced Chickpea Rice
You will need the following:
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup brownBasmati rice, uncooked
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon groundblack pepper
- 2 cups vegan chicken-style broth
- 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
Ingredient Notes
- Olive Oil- Butter also works just fine.
- Garlic– 1/3 teaspoongarlic powdercan be substituted for fresh, if needed.
- Basmati Rice– I like theearthy flavorofbrown ricefor this recipe, butwhite ricesuch asJasmine ricewould also work well.
- Cumin, Coriander, and Turmeric- These spices are the heart of the dish, adding depth and complexity to the overall taste.
- Chicken-Style Broth – Vegetable broth is a fine substitute.
How to Make Golden Spiced Chickpea Rice
STEP ONE: Set a large saucepan overmedium-high heatand add theolive oil. When the oil is hot, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
STEP TWO: Stir in rice, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, andblack pepper. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is very lightly toasted.
STEP THREE: Pour in the chicken-style broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until rice is cooked. (Cooking time can vary depending on the rice used, so keep an eye on your pot.) Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 10 minutes to firm up and absorb any remaining liquid.
STEP FOUR: Gently stir in the chickpeas and cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve.
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Golden Spiced Chickpea Rice
Vibrant and aromaticbrownricedishthat combines a warmblend of spiceswith the nuttiness of chickpeas. Serve with Crispy Baked Tofu and fresh naan bread for a hearty and satisfying meal!
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian, Middle Eastern
Keyword: beans, comfort food, dairy free, rice, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 393kcal
Author: Holly Gray
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 cup brown Basmati rice uncooked
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups vegan chicken-style broth
- 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons cilantro finely chopped
Instructions
Set a large saucepan overmedium-high heatand add theolive oil. When the oil is hot, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Stir in rice, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, andblack pepper. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is very lightly toasted.
Pour in the chicken-style broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until rice is cooked. (Cooking time can vary depending on the rice used, so keep an eye on your pot.) Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 10 minutes to firm up and absorb any remaining liquid.
Gently stir in the chickpeas and cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 627mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 306IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 5mg
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Karlie
What a beautiful, vibrant dish for fall. The vegan chicken broth really made this hearty and “meaty.” Love!Reply
Erin
This golden spiced chickpea rice recipe has so many great flavors and aromas. It’s so filling! I’ll be making it often this fall!Reply
Golden, spiced and all things nice. Your rice not only looks good, but it’s delicious. Another fab recipe, thank you.Reply
Tavo
Golden Spiced Chickpea Rice was a total hit at my dinner table. The blend of spices was perfectly balanced, adding depth without overshadowing the chickpeas and rice. Seriously, my taste buds did a happy dance with every bite. Thanks for sharing such a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe!Reply
