Several times in the last few years, while dining in southern France, an appetizer has been placed on the table as soon as we arrive. It happened again on this last trip, and this time I decided I needed to make this at home to go with afternoon cocktails.
It is so simple, so messy, but so darn good, and possibly a little healthy? These little morsels are positively additive. Absolutely love the taste!!
So my simple recipe is this: Empty a can of garbanzo beans or chick peas. Drain and rinse in cold water. Pat the beans dry and add a small amount of olive oil. Then add curry. Judge by the color and taste as to how much you want to add. I added simple curry powder and then some red curry which has a little more kick. Mix together, chill and serve in a small bowl. Toothpicks won't work, so simply use fingers and napkins. Enjoy!!
I'd love to try this! I make hummus often so chick peas are not a stranger here.
ReplyDeleteWe like chick peas, the bean with the many names. I think I'll try this myself!
ReplyDeleteSounds delicious and simple. Don't think I'll serve these to people on my white sofa though :)
ReplyDeleteSam
Ha..isn't that the truth, Sam! These are for Florida outdoor dining with plenty of nappies!!
ReplyDeleteI love garbanzo beans and curry, so what could be better.
ReplyDeleteHey, how the heck are you!!! Long time no visit from me it seems!!!
ReplyDeleteLove garbanzo beans, and this is a snack right up our alley, that you for sharing!
Hope all is well with you and your family!
Love this! Take it a step further and roast them in the oven or fry in a pan until crispy - one of my fav snacks!
ReplyDeleteI adore garbonzo beans!! Funny.. we lived in Kentucky for a few years and no one knew what "Garbaozos" were, if I remember correctly they were Ceci beans. Took me a while to put the two together.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving this simply app recipe what ever they are called!! I think it would make a lovely afternoon snack.
If you put this into a mixer and add one (peeled) clove of garlic you have another Provence speciality - poichichade.
ReplyDeleteWe love chickpeas/garbanzos. I love to cook the dried ones.
ReplyDeleteJust last night we had a side dish at a restaurant which we loved. It was a hot curried chickpea with cauliflower. I'm going to try your appetizers recipes. Thanks for sharing.
Merry Christmas Susan.