Maya Kaimal’s Everyday Chana with Chickpeas, Coconut, and Kale

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I think we can all agree that 2020 has been a bit of a roller coaster! From maintaining a regular fitness routine, to eating healthy foods, and trying to stay sane, we’ve all seen some highs and lows.

Not surprisingly, eating habits in my household have unintentionally borrowed from this roller coaster metaphor. Some weeks, we’re cooking up meal after meal, brimming with fresh vegetables, legumes, and grains. Other weeks, our planning is less than stellar, and we rely on takeout more than we’d like.

Luckily, Adrian and I aren’t too hard on ourselves, and we’ve gotten better and better at adapting to the changes that come with living and eating healthfully in the middle of a global pandemic! Case in point: we’ve stocked up on the bulk of Maya Kaimal’s products, including Everyday Chana to make sure that when we want a quick meal, it’s also tasty and nutrient-dense.

 Adrian and I enjoy Maya Kaimal’s Everyday Chana because it’s healthy and delicious on its own, but it’s also lovely to pair well with grains, flatbreads, yogurt, and vegetables. It’s something we can look forward to whether we’re pressed for time or we have all the time in the world!

These quick chickpea curries come in several satisfying flavors: Tomato + Onion, Coconut + Green Chili, Coconut + Kale, and Tamarind + Sweet Potato. They’re slow-simmered and carefully crafted with tasty spice blends. Oh, and for a bit of trivia, “chana” is the Indian word for chickpeas, which come in tan and black varieties. Cool, huh?

 When we made this recipe last night, we simply used ingredients we had on hand: einkorn (a nutty, ancient grain), red onions, and fresh ingredients from our garden including chilies, mint, Thai basil, tomatoes, and lemons. The result? A healthful meal that truly hit the spot!

You can find Everyday Chana on Amazon and at a handful of retail locations like Fresh Thyme Market, LifeThyme Market, and Plum Market. Feel free to email Maya Kaimal to learn more about their store locations and availability at info@mayakaimal.com.

Maya Kaimal’s Everyday Chana with Chickpeas, Coconut, and Kale

Time: 35 Minutes
Serves: 2        

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Ingredients
1 ½ cups water
¾ cup einkorn wheat berries
10 oz Everyday Chana by Maya Kaimal with Chickpeas, Coconut, and Kale
2 tbsp fresh herbs, such as Thai basil, mint, or cilantro, roughly chopped
1 small red jalapeno chili, seeded, thinly sliced
¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
2 ripe roma tomatoes, chopped
Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions
Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add einkorn, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, until the water has been absorbed and the einkorn is tender and chewy. Remove from heat and keep warm.

To a small saucepan, add Maya Kaimal’s Everyday Chana and heat over medium until very hot, about 3-5 minutes.

Divide the cooked einkorn between bowls and top with Everyday Dal. Garnish with herbs, jalapenos, red onions, and tomatoes. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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Anne Assassi


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