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Weeknight • Vegetarian

Creamy Tomato Chickpea Curry

A rich and fragrant vegetarian curry packed with chickpeas and tomatoes in a luscious, spiced coconut sauce.

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Creamy Tomato Chickpea Curry

Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Creamy Tomato Chickpea Curry! It’s a comforting, plant-based meal that's incredibly easy to make, yet tastes like it simmered all day. With aromatic spices, tender chickpeas, and a rich coconut milk base, this curry is a true crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or neutral oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Cooked rice or naan bread, for serving

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add curry powder, cumin, and turmeric; cook for another minute, stirring constantly, until spices are toasted.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), coconut milk, chickpeas, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

  4. Step 4

    Bring the curry to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat, taste, and season with salt and pepper as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot over rice or with naan bread, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Tips

  • For a spicier curry, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the spices.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or cauliflower florets during the simmering stage.

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