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Olive Oil Braised Chickpeas with Cucumber
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Olive Oil Braised Chickpeas with Cucumber

4.3 (368 ratings)

A Olive Oil Braised Chickpeas, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served with Cucumber.

Prep
24 min
Cook
47 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb braised chickpeas
  • 1 lb extra-virgin olive oil
  • a pinch lemon
  • 4 oz garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh oregano
  • 2 tbsp crumbled feta
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the braised chickpeas generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the braised chickpeas and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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