Best 6 Quickpea Curry Recipes

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**Discover a Culinary Journey to Delight Your Taste Buds: Explore a World of Enticing Chickpea Curry Recipes**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our specially curated selection of chickpea curry recipes, showcasing a symphony of flavors that will captivate your senses. From the vibrant streets of India to the aromatic kitchens of Morocco, these diverse recipes offer a global exploration of this versatile legume. Dive into the richness of a traditional Indian chana masala, where chickpeas bask in a velvety tomato-onion gravy, infused with a harmonious blend of spices. Transport your taste buds to North Africa with a hearty Moroccan harira, a nourishing stew simmering with chickpeas, lentils, and an array of vegetables, all enveloped in a flavorful tomato broth. For a lighter yet equally satisfying experience, try our refreshing chickpea salad, a delightful medley of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and tender chickpeas, tossed in a tangy lemon-tahini dressing. And for those seeking a quick and comforting meal, our one-pot chickpea curry is a lifesaver, bursting with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk. With these remarkable recipes, your culinary horizons will expand, and your taste buds will be enthralled.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKPEA COCONUT CURRY



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A healthy, vegan recipe made with hearty chickpeas, rich and creamy coconut milk, an abundance of earthy and warm spices, sweet tomatoes and fresh lime and cilantro. One of my lunchtime favorites

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp ground cumin
3/4 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp fennel seeds, (crushed)
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp mustard powder
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp cardamom ((optional))
1/4 tsp smoked paprika ((optional))
Salt (and pepper, to taste)
Cayenne pepper, (to taste)
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion ((1 medium))
1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic ((4 cloves))
1 Tbsp peeled and minced fresh ginger ((1-inch knob))
1 (14.5 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 (14 oz) can coconut milk
2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, (drained and rinsed)
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice ((or lemon))
1/4 cup cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Measure spices into a bowl including coriander, cumin, turmeric, fennel, cinnamon, mustard, cloves, cardamom, paprika, pepper to taste,* and cayenne pepper to taste.*
  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch saute pan or a pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until lightly golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add garlic and ginger and saute 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium, add spices and saute 30 seconds.
  • Pour and stir in tomatoes and coconut milk. Bring just to a simmer then reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer 10 minutes.
  • Carefully pour mixture into a blender. Cover blender with lid and remove center insert from lid and cover with a kitchen towel or several folded layer of paper towels. Blend on low speed until smooth.
  • Return mixture to pan, add chick peas, season with salt to taste. Cover while leaving lid partially open for steam to escape.** Cook over low heat stirring occasionally, until sauce has reduced slightly and chick peas have absorbed some flavor, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in lime. Serve warm over rice if desired, garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 444 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKPEA CURRY



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We usually recommend preparing the beans at home, but using canned chickpeas allows for a fast, convenient dish.

Provided by AMINAH A. RAHMAN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, finely chopped
6 whole cloves
2 (2 inch) sticks cinnamon, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat, and fry onions until tender.
  • Stir in garlic, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt, cayenne, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute over medium heat, stirring constantly. Mix in garbanzo beans and their liquid. Continue to cook and stir until all ingredients are well blended and heated through. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro just before serving, reserving 1 tablespoon for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 288.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

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

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.

EASY CHICKPEA CURRY (CHANNA MASALA) RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Chickpea Curry (Channa Masala) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: vegetable oil, large onion, garlic, ginger, jalapeño, garam masala, turmeric, salt, black pepper, fresh tomato, chickpeas, water, lemon, fresh cilantro

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
ginger, peeled and grated, 1 inch (2 1/2 cm) piece
1 jalapeño, or green chile, seeded and sliced
2 tablespoons garam masala
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups fresh tomato, diced
15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed, 2 cans
½ cup water
½ lemon, juiced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stock pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and cook until onion becomes translucent and begins to brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeño. Continue to cook over medium heat until garlic is fragrant and jalapeño is tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add garam masala, turmeric, salt, and pepper then continue to cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, chickpeas, and water. Stir to incorporate, making sure to use the spoon the scrape off any brown bits that have appeared on the bottom or sides of the pot.
  • As the tomatoes break down, the mixture should take on the texture of a thick stew. Add more water if needed before bringing everything to a simmer and then cover with a lid.
  • Once covered, cook for 15 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  • Remove lid, reduce heat to low and mix in the lemon juice and chopped cilantro. Cook over low heat 1-2 minutes until the cilantro has wilted and turned bright green.
  • Serve over basmati rice or with a side of naan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 11 grams

CHICKPEA CURRY WITH RICE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups basmati rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup vegetable stock
Two 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
One 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
1 to 2 tablespoons honey
1 to 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
Naan bread, for serving
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish.

Steps:

  • Cook the basmati rice according to the package instructions.
  • Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper and cook until the onions are dark brown and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Stir in the curry powder and garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in the vegetable stock and stir to scrape up all the brown bits in the pan. Add the chickpeas, coconut milk, honey and a squirt of sriracha. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Warm the naan in the microwave. Serve the curry over the rice with the warmed naan. Garnish with the cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534, Fat 22 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 713 milligrams, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 7 grams

QUICK CHICKPEA CURRY



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This fiber-rich, meatless, and low-sodium meal is delicious with rice or warm whole-wheat pitas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced small
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
Pinch of ground cloves
2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons ketchup
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Chopped cilantro and lemon wedges (optional), for serving

Steps:

  • In a large straight-sided skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirringoccasionally, until dark brown around edges, about 6 minutes. Add garlic, curry, cinnamon,and cloves and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add chickpeas, ketchup, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 20 minutes. Uncover, and increase heat to medium-high; cook until sauce is slightly reduced, 5 minutes. Serve topped with cilantro, with lemon wedges alongside if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 13 g, Sodium 459 g

Tips:

  • If you don't have time to soak the chickpeas overnight, you can quick-soak them by bringing them to a boil in a pot of water, then removing from heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
  • Use a food processor or blender to quickly and easily puree the tomatoes and onions.
  • If you like your curry spicy, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the curry over rice, quinoa, or your favorite grain.
  • Garnish the curry with cilantro, yogurt, and papadums for a complete and flavorful meal.

Conclusion:

This quick and easy chickpea curry is a delicious and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to get your daily dose of protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also a good source of iron and calcium. Plus, it's a budget-friendly meal that can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this chickpea curry a try. You won't be disappointed!

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