Spicy Coconut Chickpea Curry

16 Aug 2024

This vibrant and hearty chickpea curry features a creamy coconut sauce infused with aromatic spices. Perfectly balanced and packed with flavor, it's an easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed on its own or with rice.

Main Dish

easy 20 min 350 cal

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a small pot over medium heat. 2. Add chopped onion, and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes). 3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant. 4. Add the chickpeas, curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper, mixing well. 5. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. 6. Season with salt to taste. 7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired, alongside cooked rice.

Ingredients

1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup coconut milk 1/2 tablespoon curry powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) 1/2 small onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon ginger, grated 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt to taste Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional) Cooked rice (for serving, optional)