Ingredients

1 cup long grain brown rice
1 cup cooked chickpeas
1 lemon , juice of
1 grated lemon , rind of
1 onion , chopped
5 inches fresh ginger , grated
2 teaspoons olive oil
600 ml water
1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
5 curry leaves
black pepper
sea salt
Coco - Banana's Chickpea, Lemon and Ginger Rice is a delightful dish that is packed with aromatic flavors from the perfect blending of the different spices, fresh ginger and lemon. The dish is combined with healthy brown rice and protein-rich chickpeas that make it a wholesome meal. This recipe is perfect for those who want to add a nutritious and tasty dish to their daily meal routine.

Instructions

1.Wash the brown rice in cold water and rinse it well.
2.Add rice, water, mustard seeds, curry leaves and salt to a saucepan and cook on low until the rice has soaked up all the water.
3.Heat the oil and fry onion, ginger and chickpeas until they turn golden brown.
4.Mix in lemon juice and rind and gently stir until evenly combined.
5.Add the mixture to the cooked rice.
6.Season well with black pepper and a little more salt to taste.

PROS

This easy to make Coco – Banana’s Chickpea, Lemon and Ginger Rice recipe is filled with aromatic flavors and healthy ingredients like brown rice and chickpeas.

The combination of ginger and lemon provides numerous health benefits.

CONS

The recipe calls for yellow mustard seeds and curry leaves which are not typically found in most home kitchens, and might be difficult to obtain.

This recipe may not be ideal for those with a low spice tolerance level.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Coco – Banana’s Chickpea, Lemon and Ginger Rice recipe offers a variety of health benefits as it includes ingredients such as brown rice, chickpeas, ginger and lemon.
Brown rice helps with digestion, while chickpeas are high in protein, fiber, and numerous vitamins and minerals.
Ginger is packed with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, while lemon offers a great source of Vitamin C.

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