Tag Archives: chickpeas

Freekeh with caramelised onions

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Freekeh is cracked wheat that has been roasted and rubbed for a smoky, nutty flavour. It’s very common in Middle-Eastern dishes and makes a delicious and interesting alternative to bulgur wheat, couscous or rice. I used to only be able … Continue reading →

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Traybake roast chicken on a bed of chorizo and chickpeas

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Traybake dishes are brilliant for time-pressed cooks and this one really delivers on flavour too. The chorizo, spices and harissa flavour the onions, peppers and chickpeas with the parsnip dice adding a delicious sweetness. I used whole chicken legs from … Continue reading →

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Masala daal

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I love the flavours of India and finding dishes that work well as part of my low-carb eating regime. This spicy chickpea daal really ticks a lot of boxes. Eat it by itself for lunch with a hard boiled egg or … Continue reading →

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Lamb and chickpea keema

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage
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