Pic 'n' Mix

You will need

  • 200g chickpeas soaked over night
  • 20g spaghetti
  • 30ml/ 2 tbsp of rapeseed oil
  • (or rice oil)
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • l00g unsalted peanuts or cashew nuts
  • 100g Californian Raisins
  • 50g pumpkin seeds
  • Freshly ground pepper
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories 2036kcals
Total fat 102g
of which saturated fats 15g
Protein 89g
Carbohydrates 203g
Fibre 11g
Iron 22mg
Sodium 150mg

Method

  • Drain chickpeas dry and dry on kitchen paper. Set oven to 170°C/325°F/Gas 3.
  • Break the spaghetti into 2cm pieces and cook in boiling water for 2 minutes and drain well.
  • Place the oil in a baking tray and heat in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
  • Mix together chilli powder, coriander, cumin, garlic chickpeas, peanuts and pumpkin seeds until evenly mixed. Place in a hot oil and cook for 40-50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain on kitchen paper and cool. Place in a bowl and add the raisins and a couple of twists of freshly ground pepper. Stir to mix.
  • Serve in small bowl as a snack or with drinks. Store remainder in a sealed container to keep fresh.
Think Raisins, Think California