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Spicy Chickpea & Tomato Curry

A vibrant, spicy curry made with chickpeas, tomatoes, coconut milk, and fresh spinach, simmered with aromatic spices.

This chickpea and tomato curry bursts with flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, it's perfect as a nutritious vegetarian main dish served with rice or naan.

Updated 4/11/2025
Spicy Chickpea & Tomato Curry

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

30 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala - 1 tbsp
  • Garlic - 3 cloves
  • Tomatoes - 400 g
  • Turmeric - 0.5 tsp
  • Chickpeas - 400 g
  • Ginger - 1 tbsp
  • Coriander - 10 g
  • Spinach - 100 g
  • Onion - 1 pc
  • Salt - 1 tsp
  • Pepper - 0.5 tsp
  • Lime - 15 ml
  • Chili Powder - 1 tsp
  • Olive Oil - 30 ml
  • Coconut Milk - 400 ml

Directions

  • Step 1

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

  • Step 2

    Add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger; cook for another minute.

  • Step 3

    Stir in the curry powder, chili powder, and turmeric; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  • Step 4

    Add the diced tomatoes and drained chickpeas; stir well.

  • Step 5

    Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

  • Step 6

    Season with salt and black pepper.

  • Step 7

    Reduce the heat and let the curry simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Step 8

    Stir in the fresh spinach leaves until wilted.

  • Step 9

    Remove from heat, stir in the lime juice, and garnish with fresh coriander.

  • Step 10

    Serve hot with rice or naan.

Cook's Notes

For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the marinade.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

400
Calories
15g
Fat
50g
Carbs
14g
Protein