AFRICAN CURRIED COCONUT SOUP WITH CHICKPEAS

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Black-eyed peas can replace the chickpeas, if desired. For a lighter soup, the rice can be omitted.

Provided by Donna Klein

Categories     Soup/Stew     Tomato     Vegetable     Appetizer     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Dinner     Spice     Curry     Legume     Chickpea     Healthy     Vegan     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion (about 6 ounces), chopped
1 medium red bell pepper (about 6 ounces), chopped
1 jalapeƱo chili, seeded and finely chopped
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped tomatoes, seeded and peeled, fresh or canned (see Cook's Tip)
1 teaspoon mild curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 (14-ounce) can light coconut milk
3/4 cup cooked white or brown rice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

Steps:

  • In a medium stockpot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and chili; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add the broth, chickpeas, tomatoes, curry powder, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Naeem Solangi
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of curry and coconut milk. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


IrshadMayo IrshadMayo
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's a great soup to serve with rice or naan bread.


BRAYO 8608
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This soup is really easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love the combination of curry and coconut milk. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Malik Nasar
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I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but this soup was surprisingly good. The coconut milk mellows out the curry flavor, and the chickpeas add a nice bit of texture.


Mani Bhai
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of curry and coconut milk. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Preston Aspeling
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's a great soup to serve with rice or naan bread.


Aman Gurung
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This soup is really easy to make and it's so flavorful. I love the combination of curry and coconut milk. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Jessica Wright
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I'm not a big fan of curry, but this soup was surprisingly good. The coconut milk mellows out the curry flavor, and the chickpeas add a nice bit of texture.


Alazar Tarekegn
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and creamy, and the chickpeas add a nice bit of texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Nthabeleng Majola
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so flavorful and satisfying, and it's also a great way to use up leftover chickpeas.


MUHAMMAD IFTIKHAR KHAN
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make soup. I love the combination of curry and coconut milk. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Jordan
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is really hearty and filling.


Ali Me
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and creamy, and the chickpeas add a nice bit of texture. I will definitely be making this again.