Asian Chickpea Mix

Directions

1. 1
   Pick over chickpeas and rinse.
2. 2
   Bring 8 cups of water and chickpeas to a hard boil for 2 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour.
4. 4
   Drain and rinse.
5. 5
   Bring 8 more cups water, soaked chickpeas, and lemon grass to boil.
6. 6
   Reduce heat.
7. 7
   Cover partially and simmer 35-40 minutes (until chickpeas are tender).
8. 8
   Drain and rinse chickpeas, and discard lemon grass.
9. 9
   Heat oil in large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
10. 10
    Cook onions, garlic, and ginger for 3 minutes.
11. 11
    Add chickpeas and red pepper.
12. 12
    Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
13. 13
    Scrape into large bowl.
14. 14
    Add mandarins and almonds; stir to combine.
15. 15
    Whisk together soy sauce and rice vinegar; drizzle over chickpea mixture.
16. 16
    Sprinkle with coriander.