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Coconut Curry with Chickpeas Recipe

A creamy, flavor-packed coconut curry loaded with chickpeas and warming spices. Easy, comforting, and perfect for lazy weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 14 oz full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1- inch ginger grated
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
For Serving
  • Cooked rice or naan
  • Fresh cilantro

Method
 

Sauté the Aromatics
  1. Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the Spices
  1. Stir in cumin, curry powder, turmeric, paprika, and cayenne.
  2. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
Simmer the Curry
  1. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth.
  2. Bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
Add Chickpeas & Coconut Milk
  1. Stir in chickpeas and coconut milk.
  2. Simmer for 10 minutes until thick and creamy.
Finish with Lime Juice
  1. Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve & Enjoy
  1. Spoon over rice, garnish with cilantro, and devour.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 9g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 20%
  • Calcium: 15%
  • Magnesium: 10%
  • Potassium: 12%
  • Folate: 25%

Pro Tips for the Best Coconut Curry

  • Let the spices toast for extra depth of flavor.
  • Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture.
  • Swap chickpeas for lentils if you’re feeling adventurous.
  • Add spinach or kale for extra nutrients.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day!

Final Thought

This coconut chickpea curry is a one-pot wonder—easy, creamy, and impossible to mess up. Comfort food just got a plant-based upgrade!