Easy Chickpea Curry

By Ashley Jean March 31, 2023 25 mins read 175 Views

This Chickpea Curry is quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes. This will be your favorite dinner when you have little time to cook.

Chickpea Curry is one of my favourite meals. It's easy to prepare and full of flavor! Chickpeas are a great base for curry, as they can be prepared immediately and they are full of protein and plant fiber.

This coconut chickpea curry recipe is similar to my Chickpea Tikka Masala. It uses canned full-fat coconut milk to make a creamy curry sauce. It's ready in less than 20 minutes!

My Vegan Butter Chicken and Roasted Eggplant Curry With Chickpeas are two of my favorite curry recipes.

This coconut chickpea curry is why you will love it

Easy and quick: This chickpea recipe is easy to prepare and can be prepared in just 20 minutes.
Flavor packed You will be convinced that you bought this from a restaurant because it is so delicious and perfectly spiced!
It uses pantry staples. You probably already have everything you need in the pantry. For a quick and delicious dinner, always have the ingredients handy.
High in plant protein and fiber This delicious dish is also great for your health! This is a delicious meal that you can feel good about. (Not that you should feel guilty about what you eat. )

Ingredients required (with substitutions).

Olive oil - To saute, you will only need a couple of tablespoons.
Onion A perfect yellow or sweet onion that has been sliced or chopped.
Garlic -- About 3 cloves minced. Pre-minced garlic can be used in a jar so you don't have to peel it and can chop it yourself. Fresh garlic always tastes better.
Mild curried paste My favorite is Patak’s Mild Curry Paste. This curry is enhanced by the subtle Indian-inspired spices it contains. You can substitute dried spices (see the recipe or text below in the -FAQs section).
Crushed tomatoes – They add an extra dimension to the flavor and thicken the curry sauce. You can use tomato sauce or diced tomatoes, but I prefer crushed tomatoes. Pumpkin puree is another option if you don't like tomatoes.
Coconut milk Full-fat canned coconut milk is the best for creamy vegan chickpea curries. You can also substitute cashew cream for the light coconut milk.
Chickpeas I use canned chickpeas, but you can also use cooked beans from scratch. You could substitute pan-fried cauliflower or tofu for the chicken.
Lime juice- This adds a punch of flavor that is hard to miss! Use fresh.
Sugar- Use just a teaspoon to bring out the flavor of the curry.
Salt - To taste.
Baby spinach- This is an optional, but easy way to add dark leafy greens into your meals. You can add chopped kale or cauliflower florets to your meal.

How to make chickpea curry

The complete recipe and measurements can be found in the recipe card located at the bottom.

Sauté the onion in oil for 5 minutes. Stir in the curry paste, garlic, and cook for about a minute.

Mix in the coconut milk, crushed tomatoes and chickpeas. Stirring every now and again, cook for approximately 10 minutes.

Finally, add the lime juice, sugar and salt. Cook the spinach until it wilts. That's it! Serve with rice orquinoa.

Preparing meals for the week

This recipe is great for meal preparation because it can be stored in the fridge for up to a week and can be reheated easily. Divide the rice into small containers and let cool in the refrigerator for about 4-5 days. Once it is time to eat, heat in the microwave until warm. Alternately, heat the mixture on the stovetop in small saucepan.

Questions frequently asked

Is chickpea curried the same thing as chana masala or chickpea curry? No, this curry is not the exact same as chana mahal which is an Indian dish that uses chickpeas and a tomato sauce. My coconut chickpea curry recipe is inspired by Indian flavours, but it is richer and creamier than chana masala.
Can I make my own chickpeas, For convenience, I use canned beans. But if you prefer to make your own beans at home, it is possible!
Can I substitute curry paste for curry paste? You can use dried spices if curry paste is not an option. I recommend 2 teaspoons garam masala with 1/4 teaspoon turmeric and 1/4 cup cayenne pepper.
Can I make chickpea curries in an Instant Pot? First, saute the onion, garlic, and curry paste in an inner pot. Next, add the crushed tomatoes and coconut milk, and cook for 5 minutes. After releasing the pressure manually, stir in all remaining ingredients.
What about a slow cooker? Yes! Cook on low for 7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Just before the end, stir in the last ingredients.
Will it freeze well? Yes. Transfer the contents to small containers or a ziplock bag that is freezer-friendly and freeze. You can reheat the mixture by heating it in the microwave or using a small saucepan to heat.

Serving suggestions

This curry can be served with basmati rice or vegan naan, and possibly another vegetable side like steamed kale.

A sprinkle of chopped cilantro or chopped peanuts is also a nice addition.

More recipes with chickpeas

Butternut Squash Curry With Chickpeas
Italian Chickpea Soup
Chickpea Burgers
Chickpea Meatballs
Curry Chickpea Salad
Quinoa Salad With Chickpeas

Easy Chickpea Curry

This Chickpea Curry is quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes. This will be your favorite dinner when you have little time to cook.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian inspired

Prep time 5 min

Cook Time 15 Minutes

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Calories 285 285 kcal

Author Nora Taylor

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, sliced or diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons mild curry paste see Notes for options
15 ounce can crushed tomatoes
13.5 ounce can full fat coconut milk
(2) 15 ounce canned chickpeas, drained, and rinsed
juice starting at 1/2 lime
1 teaspoon sugar
half teaspoon Salt, plus more
2 baby spinach, cut into ribbons

Serving

4 cups cooked rice or quinoa
Lime wedges, chopped cilantro
Vegan Naan

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Heat the oil in a large saucepan on medium heat. Sauté the onion for 5 minutes. Stir in the curry paste, garlic, and cook for about 1-2 minutes.
Add the coconut milk, crushed tomatoes, and chickpeas. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the lime juice, sugar and salt, as well as the spinach. Cook the spinach for about a minute, or until it is wilted.
Serve with easy vegan naan or rice. Serve with lime wedges and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Enjoy!

Notes

Full fat and light coconut milk can be used here. You can use full fat coconut milk to make the dish creamier, richer and more delicious. But you can also use light coconut milk. Sub cashew cream or plant-based unsweetened milks, such as soy or cashew milk, can be used.
This is where the quality of your curry paste will matter. Patak's Mild Curry Paste is my favorite.
Do you not have curry paste? Use 2 teaspoons garam masala and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric to replace it. Add oil if necessary to deglaze the pan.
Add more veggies: I sometimes like to add more vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, zucchini, or broccoli. These vegetables can be added to the coconut milk or chickpeas and cooked until tender. You can also add some baby spinach or kale to the mixture at the end of cooking until they are tender.
Instant Pot First, use the saute function to cook the onion and garlic, and then add the coconut milk, chickpeas, and finally, turn off the heat. After 5 minutes of high pressure cooking, release the pressure gently and stir in all remaining ingredients.
Slow cooker Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the curry paste, garlic, and onion to the pan. Transfer the ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low for 7 or high for 4 hour.
It can be kept in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal

*This post was last modified October 2023. This post was published for the first time in July 2019. Although the original recipe didn't include crushed tomatoes, I found this recipe to be more delicious after much recipe testing. I also increased the chickpeas to two cans and eliminated the fresh halved cherry tomato pieces.

By: Nora
Title: Easy Chickpea Curry
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Published Date: Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:10:00 +0000

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