*  Exported from  MasterCook Mac  *

                         Southwestern Garbanzos

Recipe By     : Cooking Without Fat by George Mateljan
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Entree                           Stovetop
               Quick

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  1      c             onion -- chopped
  2      cloves        garlic -- chopped
  1      tbsp          ginger -- finely chopped
  1      c             tomatoes -- chopped
    2/3  c             water
  1 1/2  tsps          ground cumin
  1      tsp           ground coriander
    1/8  tsp           cayenne
  2      c             cooked garbanzo beans
  1      tbsp          honey
    1/4  c             chopped dates
  1      tbsp          lime juice
                       cilantro and lime wedges -- for garnish

In a medium skillet, combine onion, garlic, ginger, tomato and 2 tablespoons
water.  Saute over medium high heat until tomato and onion soften and all
liquid has cooked off, about 5-8 minutes. Add seasonings and cook briefly to
blend flavors. Add beans, 2/3 cup water, honey and dates. Bring to boil,
cover, reduce heat and simmer 10-15 minutes. Stir in lime juice. Garnish with
cilantro and lime wedges.

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Per serving: 208 Calories; 3g Fat (11% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 41g
Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 161mg Sodium

Serving Ideas : Serve over rice or with tortillas.