Chickpea Curry

Chickpea Curry
  • Author: Manju Malhi

This flavorful chickpea curry is a comforting and aromatic dish that brings together a blend of spices and fresh ingredients. The caramelized onions and garlic create a rich base enhanced by the warmth of cumin, coriander, and turmeric. The chickpeas add a hearty texture while the garam masala and ginger infuse a final burst of flavor. Enjoy this satisfying curry served alongside pitta bread or fluffy basmati rice for a delightful meal that's sure to please your taste buds.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion
  • 1 garlic
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ¼ tsp coriander
  • ¼ tsp turmeric
  • ¼ tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 fresh tomato
  • 1 x 400g/14oz can chickpeas
  • 5cm/2in piece root ginger
  • pinch of garam masala
  • Pitta breads or plain basmati rice

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a deep saucepan or a medium-sized wok. Fry the onions and garlic until the onions are caramelised.
  • Add the salt, cumin, coriander, turmeric and red chilli powder. Cook for a minute and then add the tomato. Cook the sauce until it begins to thicken.
  • Add 4 tablespoons of water and stir. Stir in the chickpeas. Mash in a few of the chickpeas, cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the ginger and garam masala. Cook for another minute.
  • Serve with pitta breads or rice.

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Cook Time

30M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 2

Nutrition

  • Calories: 246kcal
  • Carbohydrate Content: 26g
  • Fat Content: 9g
  • Fiber Content: 9g
  • Protein Content: 10g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 1g
  • Sugar Content: 6g