Description
A hearty and flavorful Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry made with aromatic spices, creamy coconut milk, and tender sweet potatoes simmered to perfection. This comforting vegetarian curry is easy to prepare and perfect for a nourishing weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Preheat a large pot over medium heat and add the vegetable oil to warm it up.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot; cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add spices: Stir in curry powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, and cayenne pepper, cooking for about 1 minute to release their flavors.
- Combine main ingredients: Add the drained chickpeas, diced sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot; stir well to blend all ingredients.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
- Simmer curry: Bring the curry to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 20-25 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the curry and adjust salt or pepper if needed for perfect flavor balance.
- Garnish and serve: Serve the curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves for a bright finish.
- Enjoy: Relish your homemade Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry as a wholesome, satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can add a squeeze of lime juice before serving for extra brightness.
- Serve with steamed rice or warm naan for a complete meal.
- For a spicier curry, increase the cayenne pepper or add fresh chili.
- This curry can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- To make it vegan, ensure vegetable broth is used and no animal products are added.
