Best 4 Sweet Chickpea Curry Recipes

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Sweet Chickpea Curry recipe, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Indian cuisine as you discover the art of combining chickpeas, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk. This flavorful and nutritious dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a symphony of health benefits.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll unveil the secrets behind creating the perfect Sweet Chickpea Curry. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the delicate balance of spices, we'll guide you through each step of the process, ensuring your curry is bursting with flavor and aroma.

We'll also introduce you to a collection of enticing variations on this classic dish, each offering a unique twist on the beloved original. Whether you prefer a spicy kick, a touch of sweetness, or a vegan-friendly option, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together. Discover the magic of Sweet Chickpea Curry and elevate your home cooking to new heights.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VEGAN SWEET POTATO CHICKPEA CURRY



Vegan Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry image

Yummy vegan curry dish. Serve with basmati rice and naan bread.

Provided by Sherri Zeringue D'Argenio

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 sweet potato, cubed
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon red chile flakes
1 cup baby spinach

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook onion, garlic, and ginger until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, coconut milk, and sweet potato. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Season with garam masala, cumin, turmeric, chile flakes, and salt. Add spinach right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 515 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

SWEET POTATO AND CHICKPEA CURRY



Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry image

This is a warming rather than hot curry. You can taste the spices and enjoy their aromatic fullness. The ginger, chile and pepper flakes provide heat, while the coriander and cumin add a pleasurable earthiness. Meanwhile, the sweetness of the coconut milk, heightened by the soothing starchiness of the sweet potatoes, has as a counterpoint the fierce tang of tamarind. As a side dish, this recipe would be fine without the chickpeas, but as a meal, along with rice and maybe some steamed broccolini, they add heft and, if you're interested, protein.

Provided by Nigella Lawson

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 medium red onions, peeled
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 bird's eye pepper, Thai chili or other very hot small pepper with its seeds
1 2 1/2- to-3-inch piece of ginger, peeled and cut into chunks
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
3 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
Salt
2 pounds (about 3 medium) orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2- to-1-inch cubes
1 3/4 cups coconut milk
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
2 1/4 cups hot chicken or vegetable broth
4 to 5 cups (about 4 15 1/2-ounce cans, drained) canned or cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
Cooked white rice for serving (optional)
Steamed broccolini for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine onions, garlic, hot pepper and ginger. Pulse until finely chopped. Place oil in a large saute pan over medium-low heat. Add chopped onion mixture and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add hot pepper flakes, ground ginger, ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, cardamom pods and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir to mix. Add sweet potatoes and stir until well covered in spices. Stir in the coconut milk.
  • Dissolve tamarind paste in hot broth and add to pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until sweet potatoes are just tender, about 25 minutes. (Taste potatoes to be sure they are cooked all the way through, and allow additional cooking time if necessary.)
  • Add chickpeas and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Adjust salt to taste. Transfer to a warmed bowl and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve, if desired, with white rice and broccolini.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 420, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 877 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SWEET CHICKPEA CURRY



Sweet Chickpea Curry image

Chock-full of chickpeas, this colourful stew is mildly spicy and divinely easy. Just throw it all in the oven, stir once, and dinner's ready in an hour! It's my slight adaption to Dreena Burton's recipe in "Vive Le Vegan!"(awesome cookbook!)

Provided by White Rose Child

Categories     Curries

Time 1h10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups low-sodium chickpeas (I use freshly-cooked ones, heavenly, but canned would be fine)
7 ounces coconut milk, with 6 oz water (better yet, use 1 can fat-reduced coconut milk)
3/4 cup red onion, chopped
3/4 cup celery, chopped
1 cup broccoli, chopped or 1 cup an additional 3/4 cup celery
1 1/2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 granny smith apple, diced (peel if you want, but I love it with skin on)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
1 -1 1/2 tablespoon mild curry paste (see note)
2 1/4 teaspoons mustard seeds
1 1/4 teaspoons cumin seeds
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Note about curry paste: The more you use of course, the hotter it will be. It depends on the brand really. When using my favorite, Patak's, I use the smaller amount. Or if I have another kind such as Sharwood's, I use more.
  • Combine all ingredients in a casserole dish. Heat oven to 300 or 325 (you know your oven best!)Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Then stir, cover again and bake another 30-35 minutes.
  • I like to serve this with steamed greens, especially collards, either on the side with a dressing, or stirred right into the stew! They complement the curry flavors beautifully. I've never had the dilemma of too much left-over, but I'm sure it would freeze well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.4, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 6.9, Sodium 70.5, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 13.6, Protein 12.1

CREAMY COCONUT CHICKPEA CURRY WITH SWEET CORN & ZUCCHINI



Creamy Coconut Chickpea Curry with Sweet Corn & Zucchini image

This summery curry is quite possibly my favorite, no matter the season! Chickpeas, zucchini, and corn swimming in a warmly spiced, creamy sauce. The cool, crunchy Persian cucumber garnish is a welcome counterpoint.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
1/2 medium yellow onion (diced)
2 medium cloves garlic (minced)
1 thumb-sized piece ginger (peeled and minced)
1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon mild curry powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper + more to taste (optional - for a bit of heat if your curry powder is extra mild)
2 medium zucchini (quartered and sliced)
2 cobs of corn (kernels cut off)
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 (14-ounce) can light coconut milk
2 tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about half a small lemon)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 cups cooked white Basmati rice
2-3 Persian cucumbers (sliced)
2 scallions (sliced)
Chopped cilantro
Black & white sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Start your rice first thing so that it's ready when your curry's ready.
  • Set a large saute pan over low heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil. When warm, add the onion along with a pinch of salt. Cook, continuing over low heat, stirring occasionally, to sweat the onions (make them tender but not browned), about 8 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium. Add 1 more tablespoon of oil along with the garlic, curry powder, and cayenne if using. Stir frequently until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the ginger and zucchini along with another pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini begins to get tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the chickpeas and corn and cook, stirring, until warmed through, about 2 more minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add the coconut milk, tahini, brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Stir to combine. The tahini might appear to be clumpy, but it will meld in with the ingredients when warm.
  • Bring to BARELY a simmer - do not let boil! If you let the curry boil, the coconut milk gets too hot and the curry will have a grainy appearance. Cook low and slow, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and the zucchini and corn are tender, 6-8 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice and cilantro. Taste and add more salt if desired (it will probably need another 1/4 teaspoon at least - I intentionally call for a small amount of salt so that you can adjust to your tastes at the end). At this point, you can also stir in more cayenne if you'd like a bit more heat.
  • To serve, divide rice between bowls, then spoon curry over the top. Garnish with cucumbers, scallions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 kcal, Sugar 13 g, Sodium 258 mg, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Carbohydrate 73 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use canned chickpeas: Canned chickpeas are a convenient and time-saving option. Be sure to rinse and drain them before using.
  • Make your own garam masala: Garam masala is a blend of spices that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. You can find it at most grocery stores, but it's also easy to make your own. Here's a simple recipe:
    • 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
    • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
    • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
    • 1 tablespoon cloves
    • 1 tablespoon cardamom seeds
    • 1 tablespoon nutmeg
    • 1 tablespoon mace
    Toast the spices in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Then, grind them into a powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chickpeas, be sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add any vegetables that you have on hand.
  • Serve with rice or naan: This curry is delicious served with rice or naan. You can also serve it with yogurt or chutney.

Conclusion:

This sweet chickpea curry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy dinner, give this recipe a try!

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