Chickpea Curry

This Chickpea Curry is a comforting and flavorful vegetarian dish, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch. Packed with spices and nutrients, it offers a delightful balance of flavors that will please any palate.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 400 grams (canned or cooked)
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Curry powder - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pan, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in the diced tomato, curry powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomato softens.
4. Add the chickpeas and coconut milk to the saucepan, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5. Let the curry simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Add the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes.
8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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