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Easy Chickpea Coconut Curry

This Easy Chickpea Coconut Curry is a creamy, flavorful delight ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (16 ounces)
  • 1 can chickpeas (16 ounces)
  • 1 can coconut milk (full fat preferred)
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • Salt to taste
  • Red pepper flakes to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Canned goods opener

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then, stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices. Sprinkle in the turmeric, garam masala, cumin, and paprika. Stir well to combine, allowing the spices to bloom for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the chickpeas (drained and rinsed) and the coconut milk to the skillet. Stir until everything is well mixed. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Once simmering, add in the baby spinach, stirring until it wilts down. This should take just a couple of minutes.
  5. Season your curry with salt, red pepper flakes, and pepper to your liking. Let the curry simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together beautifully.

Notes

  • Make sure to rinse the chickpeas to remove excess sodium.
  • Add any leftover vegetables for extra nutrition.
  • This curry tastes even better the next day!