THE BEST Ethiopian Chickpea Recipe! (Kik Alicha)

yellow split peas

🥗Healthier: green split peas

💰Cheaper: dried lentils

Dried lentils are often less expensive and cook faster.

berbere spice

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper + paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Chili powder can mimic the flavor profile at a lower cost.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is budget-friendly while maintaining a neutral flavor.

fresh ginger

🥗Healthier: ginger powder

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Ground ginger is more accessible and has a longer shelf life.

Wash chickpeas until the water runs clear, then drain.

Boil chickpeas in water for 15-20 minutes until softened.

Dice onions and add to a pot with vegetable oil over low heat.

Cook onions until translucent, mixing occasionally.

Add blended garlic and ginger mixture to the pot and mix.

Add salt and turmeric to the onion mixture and stir.

Smash the chickpeas slightly before adding them to the pot.

Combine chickpeas with the onion mixture and add any remaining water.

Mix well and cover, cooking on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.

Add sliced jalapeno as the last ingredient before serving.

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