Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Spices and Seasonings
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Water (enough to cover vegetables)
Instructions
- Sauté the Onions: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant, enhancing the base flavors of the curry.
- Toast the Spices: Mix in the curry powder, turmeric, and cumin. Cook the spices with the onion mixture for about 30 seconds to release their full aromatic flavors.
- Add Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas: Incorporate the cubed sweet potatoes and rinsed chickpeas into the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly with the toasted spices.
- Simmer the Curry: Pour in the coconut milk and add enough water to just cover the sweet potatoes and chickpeas. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Season and Garnish: Season the curry with salt and pepper to taste. Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of fresh flavor and color.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness of the curry by adding more or less water based on your preference.
- For extra heat, add a chopped chili or a pinch of cayenne pepper with the spices.
- This curry pairs wonderfully with basmati rice or warm naan bread.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the curry powder used does not contain any gluten additives.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg