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Chickpea and Spinach Curry

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Experience the warmth of Chickpea and Spinach Curry, a vibrant dish that combines hearty chickpeas with fresh spinach, all enveloped in a rich coconut milk sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also nutritious and filling. Serve it over rice or with naan for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece ginger, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt to taste
  • Olive oil for sautéing

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic and ginger. Rinse the chickpeas under cold water.
  2. In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in minced garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and optional red pepper flakes for heat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Gently fold in chickpeas and spinach; cook until spinach wilts (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Stir in coconut milk and let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the curry before serving; adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg