Curried Chickpeas & Cheese Bruschetta
 
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Curried chickpeas flavored with Indian spices, layered on a baguette with some shredded cheese and finely chopped cilantro, creates a lovely fusion Tapas recipe that pairs perfectly with a glass of wine for a cozy evening supper.
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Serves: 6-8
Ingredients
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, washed and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp shredded mixed cheese (or mozzarella)
  • 6 slices of baguette or toasted bread
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 3 tbsp tomato sauce
  • a pinch of turmeric and garam masala
  • salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
  1. Melt the butter in a pan and add the tomato sauce/paste to it.
  2. Let it sizzle and cook till the fat separates on the sides.
  3. Add the turmeric, garam masala, salt and pepper and give it a stir.
  4. Boil the canned chickpeas till they are soft and mushy.
  5. Add them to the tomato sauce and mix it all well. Add half of the finely chopped cilantro, leaving some for garnish.
  6. Take the baguette slices and layer them with butter.
  7. Now spread a layer of the curried chickpeas on the top, followed by shredded cheese.
  8. Layer them on a baking sheet and toss it into the oven. Broil it at 200 deg F for 20 seconds, just the cheese melts and gets a little brown.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with some more cilantro, and pair it with your favorite wine.
Recipe by Fun and Food Cafe at https://www.funandfoodcafe.com/curried-chickpeas-cheese-bruschetta/