Vegan Chickpea Curry – Creamy, Cozy And Easy to Make
Ingredients
- 2 tspmustard seeds
- 1 tspcumin seeds
- 1 tbspcurry powder
of your choice
- 6 mediumonions
sliced
- 4 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1 canchickpeas
strained
- 1 tbspflour
for gluten-free option, use corn starch/oat flour
- 1 cancoconut milk
- 3 tbsptomato purée
- 1 tsplemon juice
- various vegetables like mushrooms
aubergine, broccoli, string beans, potatoes
Directions
- 1
Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the cumin and mustard seeds. Stir them around for about 3–4 minutes until they become fragrant, and some seeds start to pop or brown. Once ready, remove them from the pan and grind them together with the curry powder in a mortar or blender.
- 2
To the same pan, add some oil and the sliced onions. Keep the heat at medium-high and stir occasionally for about 5 minutes until the onions release their water and start to brown slightly. Next, add the chopped garlic and continue cooking for another 5 minutes. If you’re adding extra vegetables, this is the perfect time to toss them in so they can soften and develop their flavor.
- 3
Patience is your best friend here! Let the onions cook on medium-high heat, giving them enough time to fully caramelize. Stir occasionally to prevent burning, but allow them to sit long enough to brown properly. In total, they should cook for at least 15 minutes. Once the onions are beautifully golden and caramelized, it’s time to add the chickpeas and spices.
- 4
Stir the toasted spice mixture and chickpeas into the caramelized onions, letting everything cook together for another 2–3 minutes. Then, sprinkle in a tablespoon of flour (or a gluten-free alternative like cornstarch or oat flour) and stir well for about a minute.
- 5
Once the flour has settled on the bottom of the pan, add about 4 tablespoons of water, followed by the tomato purée. Stir well, then pour in the coconut milk to deglaze the pan, scraping up any flavorful bits stuck to the bottom. Mix everything thoroughly until smooth. Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper—this mixture absorbs a lot of salt, so be generous and adjust to taste!
- 6
Let the curry simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes. Just before serving, stir in a tablespoon of lemon juice and adjust the salt to your liking. Serve with rice or naan bread and top with fresh herbs, green onions, or sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture. Enjoy!
Vegan Chickpea Curry – Creamy, Cozy And Easy to Make
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply satisfying, creamy, and cozy vegan meal that’s surprisingly easy to whip up? This Vegan Chickpea Curry is your answer, transforming simple ingredients into something truly magical right in your kitchen. It’s the perfect way to bring warmth and flavor to your table.
The beauty of this chickpea curry lies in its straightforward approach. You combine a few key aromatic spices like mustard and cumin seeds with rich curry powder, then simmer them with sweet onions and garlic. This foundation, combined with creamy coconut milk and hearty chickpeas, effortlessly creates a main course that feels both comforting and exotic, without any fuss.
Get ready for a rich, flavorful experience with every spoonful. You'll taste the harmonious blend of warm spices, brightened by tangy tomato purée and a finishing touch of lemon juice. The texture is wonderfully creamy, thanks to the coconut milk and a hint of flour, which coats the tender chickpeas and any added vegetables in a luscious, thick sauce. This protein-packed dish offers a truly comforting and easy-to-make vegan main course that satisfies.
This recipe is incredibly versatile, making it perfect for customizing. For a gluten-free option, simply swap the regular flour for corn starch or oat flour to maintain that lovely creamy texture. Feel free to load it up with your favorite vegetables like mushrooms, aubergine, broccoli, string beans, or potatoes to add more texture, nutrition, and personal flair.
Serve this hearty Vegan Chickpea Curry as a main course, ideally alongside fluffy rice to soak up every drop of that incredible sauce. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal-prep option throughout the week.