Chickpea and Okra Stir Fry( Stir-fries – Legume )

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INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 15 grams / 1 tablespoon margarine
  • 1 large onion, chopped finely
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 3 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 green chilli, deseeded and chopped
  • 1 centimeter fresh ginger, grated
  • 450 grams / 1 pound okra trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander
  • 400 grams / 14 ounces tinned chickpeas, drained
  • Salt and pepper to taste

METHOD:
In a large frying pan or wok, heat oil with margarine. Saute the onion and garlic for 4-5 minutes until onion has softened. Add tomatoes, chilli, ginger and stir well, then add the okra, cumin and coriander. Cook over a medium heat, stirring frequently, then stir in the chickpeas and salt and pepper. Cook gently for a few minutes longer for chickpeas to heat through, then spoon into a bowl and serve.