Coconut Chickpea Curry

Coconut chickpea curry is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the creaminess of coconut milk with the earthy flavor of chickpeas and a blend of aromatic spices. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• Fresh cilantro (coriander) for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Chop the onions and tomatoes.
   • Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
   • Finely chop the green chilies.
2. Cook Onions:
   • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
   • Add chopped onions and cook until they become translucent.
3. Add Aromatics:
   • Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chilies. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
4. Spices:
   • Add ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine the spices.
5. Tomatoes:
   • Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil begins to separate.
6. Chickpeas:
   • Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pan. Stir to coat them with the spice mixture.
7. Coconut Milk:
   • Pour in the coconut milk. Stir well and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8. Garam Masala:
   • Sprinkle garam masala over the curry and stir to combine. Adjust salt and spice levels according to your taste.
9. Finish and Garnish:
   • Once the curry reaches your desired consistency, and the chickpeas are tender, remove it from heat.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro.
10. Serve:
    • Serve the coconut chickpea curry over rice or with your favorite bread (such as naan or roti).

Enjoy your homemade coconut chickpea curry! Feel free to customize the recipe by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers if you like.