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SPICY POTATOES WITH CHICK PEAS
Gluten-Free Side Dish
Breathe Bookstore Café

To alter the spiciness of the side, hold off on adding all of the curry powder. Guests can add more to desired flavor.

Ingredients
1 15-ounce can organic chickpeas
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon mustard seeds
1 ripe tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon coriander powder
½ teaspoon turmeric
4 small cooked potatoes

Method
Heat oil in heavy skillet. When hot, add mustard seeds. When seeds pop, add tomato and curry powder. Cook a few minutes then add remaining ingredients, stir, and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.

Best if served in a bowl-like plate or dish
to avoid spilling the sauce.