How to make Homemade Doubles Part 2.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: split peas

Black beans provide a similar texture, while split peas are often less expensive.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños offer heat, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric

A homemade blend can be tailored to taste and cost.

Boil a few cups of water.

Add 1 tin of chickpeas and boil for 15 minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon of baking powder and boil for another 15 minutes.

Soak 1/2 cup of yellow split peas for a few hours, then bring to a boil with 2 cloves of garlic.

In a pot, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and add chopped onion and garlic, cooking for a few minutes.

Add 1 tablespoon of curry powder and 3/4 tablespoon of cumin, toasting for about 1 minute.

Add 3-4 tablespoons of water to create a thick slurry and mix.

Add chopped cilantro and green onions to the slurry.

Add the boiled chickpeas to the mixture, along with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 minutes.

Add 2-3 cups of water to cover the mixture and let it boil for 15-20 minutes.

Check the consistency of the chickpeas to ensure they are tender.

Mash the chickpeas slightly with a potato masher, leaving some texture.

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