Mouajjanat Chickpeas

Mouajjanat Chickpeas is a delightful Lebanese vegan pizza topped with a savory chickpea mixture and aromatic spices. This dish is not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor, making it a perfect option for plant-based enthusiasts.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Warm water - 120 ml
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Chickpeas (cooked or canned) - 200 grams
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Black pepper - to taste
• Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
4. While the dough is rising, prepare the chickpea topping. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and black pepper. Mash slightly with a fork, leaving some chickpeas whole for texture.
5. Once the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1 cm thick and transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Spread the chickpea mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and toasted pine nuts.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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