Chickpea and Spinach Curry
A flavorful, protein-rich dish featuring chickpeas and spinach simmered in a spiced tomato-based sauce. Serve with rice or naan.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can coconut milk
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions:
Sauté Aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
Add Spices:
Stir in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Tomatoes and Coconut Milk:
Pour in the diced tomatoes and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer.
Add Chickpeas and Spinach:
Stir in the chickpeas and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over rice or with naan.