Magical Pomegranate Molasses Chickpeas

Ingredients

• 1
  
  medium red onion, sliced
  
• 2-3
  
  pieces garlic
  
• 1
  
  tablespoon black cumin seeds
  
• 1
  
  tablespoon paprika
  
• 1
  
  cup cooked chickpeas
  
• 2
  
  tablespoons pomegranate molasses
  
• 1
  
  red bell pepper, diced
  
• 1
  
  bunch fresh basil
  
• 10
  
  kalamata olives, sliced
  

Directions

1. In a T. of olive oil, saute the chopped garlic and the thinly sliced onions until translucent.
2. Add the black cumin seeds and the paprika. Cook them until you can smell the fragrance as the fragrance oils are released.
3. Add the cooked chickpeas into the pot with about half a cup of water. Simmer on a medium to low heat until the water has completely evaporated.
4. Take off the flame
5. Add the uncooked red pepper, the chopped Kalamata olives, and the fresh chiffonade of basil. Add the pomegranate molasses. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Can also add red chili flakes.
6. Serve with a garnish of basil.