Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo peas, have a firm structure and a sweet nutty flavor. They are a safe bet for Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine. In Italian cuisine, they are used for pasta dishes and in soups, salads and stews. In Middle Eastern dishes, they are used for humus and fallafels and are essential for couscous in Moroccan tagines. As they easily absorb other tastes, spices and herbs, they are widely used in Indian spicy stews.
