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Coconut Chickpea Spinach Curry

Coconut Chickpea Spinach Curry
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A creamy and flavorful Coconut Chickpea Spinach Curry that combines tender chickpeas, fresh spinach, and rich coconut milk for a quick, healthy, and comforting vegan meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers a warming blend of spices and is perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you crave a nutritious and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (or 1 cup canned tomatoes)

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Oils and Others

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Toast Spices: Add ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala to the skillet. Toast the spices gently for 30 seconds to release their full flavor.
  3. Add Tomatoes and Chickpeas: Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and start breaking down, about 5 minutes. Then add the drained chickpeas, mixing everything well to coat in the spices.
  4. Pour in Coconut Milk and Simmer: Pour the coconut milk into the skillet, stirring gently. Bring everything to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to marry and sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Stir in Spinach and Finish Cooking: Finally, add fresh spinach leaves in batches, stirring gently until wilted. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Use canned chickpeas for convenience and perfectly soft texture.
  • Toast spices to amplify aroma and flavor.
  • Simmer the curry gently to deepen taste and thicken sauce.
  • Adjust curry consistency by adding water or vegetable broth if too thick.
  • Add spinach at the end to maintain color and fresh texture.

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Keywords: coconut chickpea curry, vegan curry, spinach curry, gluten-free curry, quick curry recipe, healthy curry

Find it online: https://gourmetglazing.com/coconut-chickpea-spinach-curry/