Description
Sweet potato curry with chickpeas is a delightful blend of sweetness and warmth, perfect for cozy dinners. This vibrant dish features roasted sweet potatoes and hearty chickpeas simmered in a creamy coconut sauce, creating a comforting meal that everyone will love. Ideal for weeknight meals or entertaining guests, this recipe is both easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 2 cups spinach or kale (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes and curry powder; cook for another 5 minutes until coated in spices.
- Add coconut milk and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Stir in rinsed chickpeas along with salt and pepper; simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- If using spinach or kale, add them now and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Scoop into bowls and enjoy over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added spice, include chili flakes or fresh jalapeños. Substitute chickpeas with lentils if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.