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Sweet Potato and Chickpea Curry

A silky coconut base, soft sweet potatoes, and hearty chickpeas come together in a bowl that feels rich, soothing, and deeply flavorful.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian-Inspired

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base:
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of half a lime
Optional Add-Ins:
  • Fresh spinach
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Chili flakes
  • A scoop of cooked rice for serving
  • Warm naan for dipping

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a pot and cook onion until soft.
  2. Add garlic, ginger, and all spices and let them toast.
  3. Stir in sweet potatoes and chickpeas.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and broth and let everything simmer until the potatoes turn tender and the sauce thickens.
  5. Add lime juice and spinach if you like.
  6. Serve warm with rice or naan.