Ingredients
– 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 inch ginger, grated
– 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
– 2 tablespoons curry powder
– 1 teaspoon turmeric
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
– Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Making Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry is easy if you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Start by peeling and dicing the sweet potatoes, and rinse the chickpeas under cold water.
2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Incorporate Spices: Sprinkle in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well and let the spices cook for about 30 seconds.
5. Add Sweet Potatoes and Tomatoes: Toss in the diced sweet potatoes and the can of diced tomatoes. Stir well to coat with the spices.
6. Pour in Coconut Milk: Add the coconut milk to the pot and stir until everything is combined. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
7. Cook: Cover the pot and let the curry simmer for about 20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
8. Add Chickpeas: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, stir in the chickpeas and allow them to heat through for about 5 minutes.
9. Season to Taste: Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. If you prefer more spice, feel free to add additional chili powder.
10. Garnish: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro on top and lemon wedges on the side.
These steps will help you create a flavorful and satisfying Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 10g