Best 2 Chickpea Curry Vegan Pressure Cooker Recipes

Savor the tantalizing flavors of chickpeas in a creamy and flavorful vegan curry, lovingly prepared in your pressure cooker. This delectable dish offers a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring tender chickpeas swimming in a silky, aromatic sauce. The secret lies in the harmonious blend of spices, including cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, which dance together to create a captivating flavor profile. Accompanying this delightful main course are three flavorful recipes: a refreshing cucumber-tomato salad, a cooling vegan raita made with creamy coconut yogurt, and a fragrant basmati rice that perfectly complements the curry's richness. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKPEA CURRY (VEGAN -PRESSURE COOKER)

Chickpea Curry (Vegan -Pressure Cooker) image

A few minor changes to suit taste, based on a recipe by Suzanne Gibbs in her book "the Pressure Cooker". A super easy vegan cury that's great served with pappadums and rice or naan breads (if you can have wheat). Gluten-free and vegan. A mild recipe....add extra spices in if you like a warmer curry. Kids and meat-lovers will enjoy this one. The original recipe calls for 2 potatoes. This recipe uses cooked chickpeas as the addition of salt and acidic tomatoes inhibits the cooking of beans

Provided by Jubes

Categories Curries

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

8 teaspoons olive oil
4 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 large onion, finely sliced
4 teaspoons crushed garlic (extra if you want more garlic flavour)
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons garam masala (extra for a spicier dish)
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
3 cups cooked chickpeas (roughly 29.5 ounces in total) or 2 (420 g) cans chickpeas, rinsed well and drained (roughly 29.5 ounces in total)
2 (400 g) cans diced tomatoes (roughly 28 ounces in total)
3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt (add more to taste if desired)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup water
fresh cilantro stem, as garnish (cilantro also known as coriander)

Steps:

Heat the oil in the pressure cooker over high heat. Cook the cumin seeds for approx 30 seconds or until they start to crackle.
Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. The onion should be golden and soft.
Reduce the heat and stir in the garlic and other spices.
Add all remaining ingredients (except garnish).
Close and lock the lid. Bring to high pressure over high heat. Reduce heat to stabilise the pressure and cook for 15 minutes.
Release pressure and serve with a sprig of coriander or a sprinkle of parsley. Serve with steamed basmati rice, naan or pappadums.
NOTE: to cook dried beans. Overnight soak, drain water, place into pressure cooker, cover with fresh water and cook on low pressure for 10 minutes. I soaked 2 cups dried chickpeas and result was a little over 4 cups cooked beans. Canned/tinned chickpeas can be used if desired- be sure to drain and wash them well.

PRESSURE-COOKER CHICKPEA AND POTATO CURRY

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I make chana masala, the classic Indian dish, in my slow cooker. Browning the onion, ginger and garlic first really makes the sauce amazing. -Anjana Devasahayam, San Antonio, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
2-1/2 cups vegetable stock
2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 large baking potato, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 tablespoon lime juice
Chopped fresh cilantro
Hot cooked rice
Optional: Sliced red onion and lime wedges

Steps:

Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir onion until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes. Add garlic, ginger and dry seasonings; cook and stir 1 minute. Add stock to pressure cooker. Cook 30 seconds, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Press cancel. Stir in chickpeas, tomatoes and potato., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 3 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. , Stir in lime juice; sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with rice and, if desired, red onion and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 767mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs will give your chickpea curry the best flavor. If you can, buy organic produce to avoid pesticides and herbicides.
Choose the right chickpeas: Dried chickpeas are best for this recipe because they hold their shape better than canned chickpeas. If you're using canned chickpeas, be sure to rinse and drain them well before adding them to the pot.
Don't overcrowd the pot: If you're using a small pressure cooker, you may need to cook the chickpeas in batches. Overcrowding the pot will prevent the chickpeas from cooking evenly.
Use a good quality curry paste: The curry paste is what gives this dish its flavor, so it's important to use a good quality paste. Look for a paste that is made with fresh ingredients and has a rich flavor.
Add vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to this dish. You can use any vegetables you like, but some good options include potatoes, carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower.
Adjust the spice level: This recipe is mild to medium in spice level, but you can adjust it to your liking. If you like spicy food, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper. If you prefer a milder dish, reduce the amount of chili powder or cayenne pepper.

Conclusion:

This chickpea curry is a delicious and easy-to-make vegan dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to become a family favorite.