Hindu Wedding and Spicy Chickpeas

Last night Chris and I went to Lisa and Alvin's wedding. Lisa is the chiropractor at the clinic... they've been together for 14 years and last night we witnessed their wedding ceremony!

After a 2 1/2 hour traditional Hindu ceremony, we lined up for a vegetarian food feast. Chickpeas, dahl, pumpkin, pakoras, and of course rice and naan, among other treats.

The food reminded me of a quick curry dish - Spicy Chickpeas with Ginger - that's easy and tasty.

Heat 3 Tbsp sunflower oil in a large skillet over medium heat and then add 1 large onion that has been diced, stirring unitl browned (15 minutes). Lower the heat and add 1 bay leaf, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 Tbsp grated ginger, 2 tsp ground coriander, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground cardamom, and 1/2 tsp sea salt and pepper. Mix together and add 2 peeled and diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or wtaer and 2 cans chickpeas. Simmer until liquid is reduced so the sauce is thicker and then season with the juice of 1/2 lemon and sea salt (if necessary).

Off the golf!