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Quick Vegan Chickpea Curry
This quick vegan chickpea curry simmers in a creamy coconut tomato sauce and comes together in about 20 minutes using canned pantry staples.
5Prep min
15Cook min
20Total min
What you'll need
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1/2yellow onion, diced
- 2 clovesgarlic, minced
- 2 tablespoonscurry powder
- 2 cans (15 oz each)chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz)diced tomatoes
- 1 can (13.5 oz)coconut milk
- to taste salt
- for garnish chopped cilantro
Let's cook
- 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 2Add the garlic and curry powder, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3Stir in the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and coconut milk.
- 4Bring to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- 5Season with salt, garnish with cilantro, and serve over rice.
Make it yours
- Add spinach in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Use light coconut milk for a lower-fat version.
- Add diced sweet potato for a heartier curry.
Good with
- Steamed basmati rice
- Warm naan bread
- A cucumber and yogurt-free raita made with coconut yogurt
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, as written the ingredients are naturally gluten-free; double-check your curry powder blend to be sure.
Can I use dried chickpeas instead of canned?
Yes, cook and drain about 3 cups of dried chickpeas first, then proceed with the recipe.



