Basil Chickpea Curry
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2 to 4 people
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Basil Chickpea Curry
Description
Basil Chickpea Curry features a savory blend of chickpeas cooked with olive oil, diced onion, chopped bell pepper, minced garlic, and fresh ginger. The addition of dried basil and curry powder infuses the base with herbal and warm flavors, while coconut milk creates a rich and creamy sauce. Lime juice brightens the dish, and fresh chopped basil is stirred in at the end to enhance the aroma. The skillet method allows the vegetables to soften gently before simmering the chickpeas in the flavorful sauce.
The texture is creamy with tender pieces of vegetables and chickpeas that soak up the curry’s spices. This dish can be enjoyed on its own or served with grains like rice and flatbreads such as naan to complement the saucy curry. It suits those seeking a curry with herbal nuances and a mild to moderate curry spice profile.
The recipe notes suggest preparing rice simultaneously to save time. Adjusting seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or lime juice after simmering ensures balance according to taste.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 small onion diced (about 1/4 cup, sweet
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 tablespoons ginger chopped fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ tablespoons basil dried
- 1 tablespoon curry powder or more, if you love it!
- 1 to 2 chickpeas I like to use 2!, 14 ounce cans, drained and rinsed
- 1 coconut milk 14 ounce can, full-fat
- 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 handful basil chopped (optional, fresh
- rice for serving
- naan bread for serving
Instructions
- Note: if you want to serve rice with the curry and need to make it, prepare that first so it can cook while you make the curry!
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once it’s hot, add in the onion, peppers, garlic and ginger with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the onions soften, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the basil and curry powder. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the chickpeas. Stir in the coconut milk and lime juice. Stir and bring the mixture to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and season with more salt, pepper or lime juice if necessary. Stir in the fresh basil.
- Serve with your favorite rice, naan or just in the bowl by itself!
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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