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Indian Spiced Chickpea and Fire Roasted Tomato Soup

Contributed By: hollybeth
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Ingredients

1/4 cup Extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan

2 cloves Garlic, chopped

2 cans Chickpeas, drained

1 Small onion, coarsely chopped

2 teaspoons Ground cumin, 2/3 palm ful

1/2 teaspoon Ground cardamom

1/2 teaspoon Turmeric

Salt and pepper

2 cups Chicken or vegetable stock

1 (28-ounce) can Fire roasted tomatoes

1 cup Plain yogurt

Warm pita, any flavor or variety, toasted

Preparation

Heat a medium pot with extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Grind the chickpeas and onion in food processor. Add to pot and cook 5 minutes to sweeten onion. Season the chickpeas with cumin, cardamom, turmeric, salt and pepper. Stir in stock, then tomatoes. Simmer soup 5 to 10 minutes to combine flavors. Serve with a dollop of yogurt and warm pita for dipping.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Bean & Legume
Soups & Stews
Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Mediterranean & Mid-Eastern
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Vegetarian
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree