Chana (Chickpeas) with Sweet Potatoes

Recipe Source: https://oldwayspt.org/recipes/chana-chickpeas-sweet-potatoes?fbclid=IwAR1adQXJwFnx3AFWcfVtUBNytj0sqdjDEdtQpFKcKBW38uy9S5yTxw1R3Ao

Ingredients

• ½ large onion, chopped
• 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp coriander
• ½ tsp ground cloves
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tbsp ginger, grated
• 1 (15-oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes
• 2 small or 1 large sweet potato, cut into chunks
• ½ (15-oz) can light coconut milk
• 1 cup fresh spinach or other greens, chopped
• Salt, to taste

Recipe Directions

• In a large skillet, heat oil, and cook onion for 4-5 minutes.
• Add dried spices, garlic, and ginger. Continue to cook on low for 10 minutes to allow flavor to blend with onions.
• Add tomatoes, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 45 minutes.
• Just before service, add spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until leaves have wilted.
• Add salt to taste. Serve warm with brown rice or on a tortilla.

Recipe Times

Preparation Time: 5 min
Cooking Time: 55 min
Total Time: 1 hr

Recipe Facts

Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 250
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