Description
A comforting and flavorful Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry made with a fragrant blend of spices, creamy coconut milk, and fresh cilantro. This hearty vegetarian curry is perfect for an easy weeknight meal and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil and sauté onion: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Toast spices: Add the curry powder, turmeric, and cumin to the pot. Toast the spices by stirring continuously for about 30 seconds to release their flavors.
- Add sweet potatoes and chickpeas: Add the cubed sweet potatoes and rinsed chickpeas to the pot. Stir well to coat them evenly with the toasted spices.
- Add coconut milk and simmer: Pour in the coconut milk and add just enough water to cover the vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Season and garnish: Season the curry with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness of the curry by adding more or less water when simmering.
- Serve with steamed rice or warm naan bread for a complete meal.
- The spices can be adjusted based on your heat preference.
- This recipe is vegan and vegetarian friendly.
