Braised Chickpeas and Carrots with Yogurt Topping

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    4

    Servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Weeknight Gluten Free

By Kristine Kidd

Published 2013

  • About

Tender beans and sweet carrots are infused with enticing spices, and get a dollop of an Indian-inspired yogurt topping. White quinoa is a great substitute for couscous, and it is very high in protein.

Ingredients

  • Slender carrots, 1 lb (500 g), unpeeled
  • Olive oil, 4

Method

  1. Halve the carrots lengthwise and then quarter them crosswise. In a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of the oil. Add the onion and carrots and sauté until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add the paprika, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne and stir for 10 seconds. Add the chickpeas, tomatoes with juices, raisins, and 1 cup (8 fl oz/250