Warm spices, creamy coconut broth, and a kick of fresh red chili create a bright, rich flavor profile in this comforting bowl. You'll rely on pantry staples like canned chickpeas and coconut milk for a fast, flavorful meal that doesn't require much prep. It's a satisfying plant-based option when you need dinner on the table without a fuss.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Servings
2
Course
Dinner
Cuisine
Indian
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Difficulty
Easy
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Cost
Budget
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Spice
Medium
Equipment
Skillet
Ingredients
½ onion, diced
1 garlic clove, grated
1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
1 tsp curry powder
1 red chilli, chopped
200g chickpeas (from a 400g tin), drained
200g coconut milk (from a 400g tin)
Instructions
1Heat a splash of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until it begins to soften.
2Stir in the grated garlic, grated ginger, curry powder, and half of the chopped red chili. Cook for 2 more minutes until the spices are fragrant. Stir constantly here so the garlic doesn't burn and turn bitter.
3Add the drained chickpeas to the pan and fry for 2 minutes. Pour in the coconut milk, bring the mixture to a gentle bubble, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
4Taste the curry and adjust the seasoning as needed. Top with chopped coriander and the remaining red chili before serving.
Notes
Serving: Spoon this curry over steamed rice or with warm flatbread to soak up the creamy coconut sauce.
Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. The flavors actually deepen overnight.
Prep: You can chop the onion, garlic, and ginger up to a day in advance to save time.